🚌 Bus from Broughton (Edinburgh) to Old Town
2 direct routes · about 12 min · first bus 05:15, last bus 23:01 (weekdays).
💷 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. Who travels free →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Lothian Buses | ~12 min | 49 | 05:15 | 23:01 | Mansfield Place (SE-bound) |
| 9 | Lothian Buses | ~14 min | 46 | 07:09 | 23:48 | Mansfield Place (SE-bound) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Broughton on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Broughton to Old Town?
2 routes run directly from Broughton to Old Town: the 8 (Lothian Buses), the 9 (Lothian Buses).
How long does the bus take from Broughton to Old Town?
Around 12 minutes on the 8, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Broughton to Old Town?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 8) leaves around 05:15 and the last around 23:01. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Broughton to Old Town?
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.