🚌 Bus from Edinburgh to Kirkliston
4 direct routes · about 50 min · first bus 06:45, last bus 22:55 (weekdays).
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X38 | Midland Bluebird | ~50 min | 31 | 06:45 | 22:55 | St Andrew's House (at) |
| X19 | Lothian Country Buses | ~43 min | 21 | 06:30 | 23:10 | St Andrew's House (opp) |
| 71 | Lothian Country Buses | ~16 min | 13 | 06:53 | 19:18 | Gyle Centre (Stop KF) |
| N43 | Lothian Country Buses | ~46 min | 1 | 00:30 | 00:30 | 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 Kirkliston?
4 routes run directly from Edinburgh to Kirkliston: the X38 (Midland Bluebird), the X19 (Lothian Country Buses), the 71 (Lothian Country Buses), the N43 (Lothian Country Buses).
How long does the bus take from Edinburgh to Kirkliston?
Around 50 minutes on the X38, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Edinburgh to Kirkliston?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the X38) leaves around 06:45 and the last around 22:55. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Edinburgh to Kirkliston?
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.