🚌 Bus from Kirkliston to Edinburgh
3 direct routes · about 19 min · first bus 05:55, last bus 22:10 (weekdays).
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X38 | Midland Bluebird | ~19 min | 31 | 05:55 | 22:10 | Almondside (after) |
| X19 | Lothian Country Buses | ~15 min | 22 | 05:41 | 22:21 | Almondside (after) |
| 71 | Lothian Country Buses | ~19 min | 13 | 07:02 | 19:22 | Kirklands Park Street (SW-bound) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Kirkliston 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 Kirkliston to Edinburgh?
3 routes run directly from Kirkliston to Edinburgh: the X38 (Midland Bluebird), the X19 (Lothian Country Buses), the 71 (Lothian Country Buses).
How long does the bus take from Kirkliston to Edinburgh?
Around 19 minutes on the X38, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Kirkliston to Edinburgh?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the X38) leaves around 05:55 and the last around 22:10. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Kirkliston to Edinburgh?
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.