🚌 Bus from Edinburgh to East Calder
4 direct routes · about 41 min · first bus 04:47, last bus 23:25 (weekdays).
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X27 | Lothian Country Buses | ~41 min | 27 | 04:47 | 23:25 | St Andrew's House (opp) |
| X28 | Lothian Country Buses | ~51 min | 25 | 06:17 | 22:55 | St Andrew's House (opp) |
| X40 | Lothian Country Buses | ~50 min | 14 | 06:42 | 20:20 | Royal Infirmary (Stop IN) |
| N28 | Lothian Country Buses | ~59 min | 1 | 00:05 | 00:05 | Leith Street (Stop JA) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to East Calder?
4 routes run directly from Edinburgh to East Calder: the X27 (Lothian Country Buses), the X28 (Lothian Country Buses), the X40 (Lothian Country Buses), the N28 (Lothian Country Buses).
How long does the bus take from Edinburgh to East Calder?
Around 41 minutes on the X27, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Edinburgh to East Calder?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the X27) leaves around 04:47 and the last around 23:25. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Edinburgh to East Calder?
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.