🚌 Bus from Granton to Old Town
2 direct routes · about 34 min · first bus 04:58, last bus 22:47 (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 | ~34 min | 49 | 04:58 | 22:47 | Waterfront Gait (after) |
| 9 | Lothian Buses | ~35 min | 46 | 06:50 | 23:35 | Waterfront Gait (after) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Granton 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 Granton to Old Town?
2 routes run directly from Granton to Old Town: the 8 (Lothian Buses), the 9 (Lothian Buses).
How long does the bus take from Granton to Old Town?
Around 34 minutes on the 8, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Granton to Old Town?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 8) leaves around 04:58 and the last around 22:47. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Granton 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.