🚌 Bus from Edinburgh to Rosyth
2 direct routes · about 45 min · first bus 00:18, last bus 23:44 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | Ember | ~45 min | 40 | 00:18 | 23:44 | George Street (The Dome) (Stop GL) |
| X55 | Stagecoach East Scotland | ~40 min | 2 | 01:15 | 03:15 | York Place (Stop YB) |
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 Rosyth?
2 routes run directly from Edinburgh to Rosyth: the E1 (Ember), the X55 (Stagecoach East Scotland).
How long does the bus take from Edinburgh to Rosyth?
Around 45 minutes on the E1, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Edinburgh to Rosyth?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the E1) leaves around 00:18 and the last around 23:44. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Edinburgh to Rosyth?
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.