Bus from Armadale (West Lothian) to Edinburgh
1 direct route · about 83 min · first bus 04:39, last bus 23:14 (weekdays).
Next buses to Edinburgh as of 11:51
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Armadale, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X18 | Lothian Country Buses | ~83 min | 35 | Sat 35 · Sun 29 | 04:39 | 23:14 | Kross Bar (at) | Princes Street (Scott Mon.) (Stop PK) | Bathgate, Livingston, Dechmont, Uphall, Broxburn, Newbridge & 3 more |
Times are for the first boarding point in Armadale on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every X18 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Armadale to Edinburgh?
The X18 (Lothian Country Buses) runs directly from Armadale to Edinburgh. Board at Kross Bar (at) and get off at Princes Street (Scott Mon.) (Stop PK); the journey takes about 83 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Armadale to Edinburgh?
Around 83 minutes on the X18, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Bathgate, Livingston, Dechmont, Uphall and other stops on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Armadale to Edinburgh?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 04:39 and the last around 23:14. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Armadale to Edinburgh?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.