Thousands of people use our bus services regularly – they’re an important part of everyday life in Edinburgh and the Lothians. We connect the region with over 70 services and more than 700 buses which run day and night throughout the year.
Are there buses in Edinburgh?
It has many off-road bike paths, on-road cycle lanes, forward stop lines at traffic lights, and other bike priority measures. And the city has lowered the speed limit on most of its roads.
How many Lothian bus routes are there?
Lothian Buses
| One of Lothian’s 100 seat Alexander Dennis Enviro400 XLB buses on display at Edinburgh Castle esplanade. | |
|---|---|
| Alliance | Edinburgh Trams |
| Routes | 56 (daytime) / 12 (night buses) 9 (East Coast Buses) 9 (Lothian Country) 3 (Open-Top Tour) 1 (3 Bridges Tour)(Executive Tours) |
| Stops | 2,900 |
How many buses are there in Scotland?
Chapter 2: Bus And Coach Travel
| 2007-08 | % change over | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 year | ||
| Number of buses used as Public Service Vehicles | thousands | |
| Scotland | 5.4 | -1 |
| Great Britain | 42.6 | -2 |
Do Edinburgh buses run 24 hours?
Lothian Buses operate a 24 hour service throughout Edinburgh and into the Lothians helping you to get around safe and reliably from Midnight to 0430. Most NightBuses run every hour from the City Centre with services N22 and N25 running every 30 minutes.
Can you cycle the water of Leith?
The Water of Leith Walkway
The part of the route that’s best for cycling starts at the Roseburn Place entrance to Roseburn Park. It follows the river past Murrayfield Ice Rink and the rugby stadium, then crosses Balgreen Road and Gorgie Road (both with lights-controlled crossings).
What is the longest bus route in Edinburgh?
Our longest route is the service X15, which is over 24 miles long. This year on boxing day we will cover over 27,000 miles – that’s more than once round the whole planet.
Where does the 44 bus go in Edinburgh?
44 Timetable and Stops (Updated)
The 44 bus (Balerno) has 105 stops departing from Whitecraig Crescent, Whitecraig and ending in Cockburn Crescent, Balerno. 44 bus timetable overview: Normally starts operating at 04:37 and ends at 23:09. Normal operating days: everyday.
How late do Edinburgh buses run?
Timetable. The day buses run from 6 am until midnight.
Who runs buses in Scotland?
Four main operators, First, Stagecoach, Lothian Buses and National Express, and a number of independent operators, run local bus services in Scotland between the main cities, towns and villages.
Who owns the trains in Scotland?
709 km (441 mi) of the rail network is electrified, and there are 359 stations. The railway network is owned by Network Rail, which is responsible for the majority of the railway infrastructure. Rail services are provided under franchises awarded by the government.
How much is a bus ticket in Scotland?
Single Tickets
| Adult | Young Person Concession with eligible Young Scot card | |
|---|---|---|
| travel in 1 zone | £1.80 | £1.20 |
| travel in 2 zones | £2.80 | £1.85 |
| travel in 3 zones | £3.80 | £2.50 |
| travel in 4 zones | £4.80 | £3.20 |
Do Edinburgh buses take cash?
You can pay for a SINGLEticket and DAYticket when you get on the bus. Just tell the driver what ticket you want, pop the coins in the box or tap your contactless card/device, take your ticket and find a seat. If paying by cash, make sure you have coins with you before getting on the bus.
Where does the 29 bus go in Edinburgh?
The 29 bus (Birkenside) has 82 stops departing from Club House, Silverknowes and ending in Terminus, Birkenside. 29 bus timetable overview: Normally starts operating at 04:13 and ends at 22:37. Normal operating days: everyday.
Where does the 21 bus go in Edinburgh?
The 21 bus (Edinburgh Royal Infirmary) has 93 stops departing from Gyle Centre, South Gyle and ending in Royal Infirmary, Edinburgh Royal Infirmary. 21 bus timetable overview: Normally starts operating at 04:31 and ends at 22:28. Normal operating days: everyday.
How long is Leith Walk Edinburgh?
12 mile long
The Water of Leith Walkway is a lovely route for walking and cycling in Edinburgh. The 12 mile long path follows the river which runs through the heart of the city. It begins in Balerno to the west, leading through many places of interest, all the way to Leith in the north east.
Is Leith a nice area?
It’s no secret that Leith is one of the coolest places to live in Edinburgh. The vibrant port district is home to top class restaurants, some of the city’s best bars, vast green spaces, independent shops and a great selection of property. Here are our top six reasons why Leith is such a popular place to live.
Can you walk from Leith to Portobello?
Portobello Beach
After all that eating, if you’re in need of burning off some calories, the Leith-Portobello cycle path runs from Leith Links, through Seafield and onto the prom at Portobello and offers a scenic route to Edinburgh’s seaside resort.
Does the 45 bus still run in Edinburgh?
Services 45, X25, X26, X29, X31, X33, X37 and X44 will remain suspended until further notice.
Who started Lothian buses?
Early Vehicles. In 1919, Edinburgh Corporation bought their first Leyland charabancs, for tour services. The Corporation was authorised to purchase 30 more buses in early 1920 for £25,000. By the middle of 1920, the Corporation had around 60 Leyland buses in service or on order.
Can you take dogs on Lothian Buses?
Animals. and learning dogs will be carried if space is available. 10.2 All dogs must be on a lead and muzzled if required by relevant legislation.