🚌 Bus from Leith to Old Town
2 direct routes · about 16 min · first bus 04:34, last bus 23:32 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Lothian Buses | ~16 min | 58 | 04:34 | 23:32 | Foot of the Walk (SW-bound 2) |
| 14 | Lothian Buses | ~22 min | 51 | 06:11 | 23:38 | Mill Lane (before) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Leith 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 Leith to Old Town?
2 routes run directly from Leith to Old Town: the 7 (Lothian Buses), the 14 (Lothian Buses).
How long does the bus take from Leith to Old Town?
Around 16 minutes on the 7, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Leith to Old Town?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 7) leaves around 04:34 and the last around 23:32. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Leith 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.