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    • Journey plannerJourney Planner – Travelling around Edinburgh and the surrounding areas has never been easier with our popular Journey Planner.
    • Live bus timesLive bus times – With our live tracker we follow the location of your bus and tell you when it’s due to arrive at your stop.
    • Service UpdatesService Updates – Check here for the latest alerts and diversions.
  • Maps & Times
    • Network MapsNetwork Maps – It’s easy to select the bus you need or plan your journey with our interactive route maps.
    • TimetablesTimetables – For those all important bus times, we have detailed timetables for every service across the network.
  • Our Services
    • Lothian BusesLothian Buses – Our distinctive fleet is a familiar sight on the streets of Edinburgh and the Lothians. With over 50 routes and regular services, it’s the easy way for you to travel around.
    • Airport BusesAirlink Airport Express – 24/7 Express Service between Edinburgh Airport and Edinburgh City Centre.
    • NightBusNightBus – Working late or having an early start to the day? Midnight until 4.30am, our NightBus services provide reliable connections across Edinburgh and the Lothians.
    • Lothian Country – Providing reliable connections across west Edinburgh and West Lothian, with regular bus services to and from Edinburgh.
    • East Coast Buses – Providing reliable connections across the county, with regular bus services to and from Edinburgh.
    • TravelHub – Pop in to see us if you’re looking for information on our services or to buy or top-up your Ridacard.
    • coffee hubCoffeeHub – Locally sourced Scottish produce with a daily selection of cakes and pastries, hot food and meals in Edinburgh’s West End
    • Special Services – First-class transport connections for large-scale events and visitor attractions.
    • Park & Ride – Park your car for free and travel into the city
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    • TapTapCap – Contactless payments with daily and weekly capping.
    • Fares & Tickets – Find which fares or tickets you need for your journeys across our network.
  • Using the bus
    • Residents' GuideResidents’ Guide – If you live in Edinburgh and the Lothians, this section has all you need to plan your travel arrangements.
    • Visitor GuideVisitor Guide – With the help of our essential guide, you’ll discover the very best of Edinburgh and the Lothians.
    • A studentStudents – Studying part-time or full-time? On-campus, remotely or hybrid? Whatever your needs, Lothian is here to make living, working and playing as a student easier than ever before.
    • Accessibility – Here you will find information about accessibility and inclusivity on our services, including real life stories from our customers.
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Service change from Sunday 22nd February. Changes to Lothian Buses, Lothian Country, East Coast Buses and Night Bus Network. Read about changes to services.
Fare Review from Sunday 22nd February. Changes to Lothian Buses, Lothian Country, East Coast Buses and Night Bus Network. Read about changes to fares.
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Airlink. 24/7 departures between Edinburgh Airport and the City Centre. 30-minute journey. Contactless payments available. Learn more.
Winner of Bus Operator of the Year at the UK National Transport Awards 2024. Winner of Large Business of the Year at the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce Business Awards 2025.
Service change from Sunday 22nd February. Changes to Lothian Buses, Lothian Country, East Coast Buses and Night Bus Network. Read about changes to services.
Fare Review from Sunday 22nd February. Changes to Lothian Buses, Lothian Country, East Coast Buses and Night Bus Network. Read about changes to fares.
Become an apprentice engineer. Lothian searches for next cohort of apprentices. Learn more.
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Airlink. 24/7 departures between Edinburgh Airport and the City Centre. 30-minute journey. Contactless payments available. Learn more.
Plan. Buy. Travel. Download the Bus & Tram app. Available on Android and iOS.
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Apply to Lothian’s award-winning apprentice technician programme

Apply to Lothian’s award-winning apprentice technician programme

Coach Driver of the Year 2026

Coach Driver of the Year 2026

Connections to Edinburgh city centre with Cruiselink X99

Connections to Edinburgh city centre with Cruiselink X99

 

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