🚌 Bus from Edinburgh West End to Colinton
2 direct routes · about 32 min · first bus 04:40, last bus 23:40 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | Lothian Buses | ~32 min | 86 | 04:40 | 23:40 | Lothian Road (Stop XE) |
| 10 | Lothian Buses | ~22 min | 54 | 05:43 | 23:28 | Lothian Road (Stop XE) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Edinburgh West End 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 West End to Colinton?
2 routes run directly from Edinburgh West End to Colinton: the 16 (Lothian Buses), the 10 (Lothian Buses).
How long does the bus take from Edinburgh West End to Colinton?
Around 32 minutes on the 16, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Edinburgh West End to Colinton?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 16) leaves around 04:40 and the last around 23:40. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Edinburgh West End to Colinton?
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.