🚌 Bus from Leith to South Gyle
2 direct routes · about 84 min · first bus 06:03, last bus 18:45 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36 | Lothian Buses | ~84 min | 31 | 06:03 | 18:45 | The Shore (SW-bound) |
| 21 | Lothian Buses | ~49 min | 30 | 05:14 | 19:09 | Kirkgate Centre (opp) |
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 South Gyle?
2 routes run directly from Leith to South Gyle: the 36 (Lothian Buses), the 21 (Lothian Buses).
How long does the bus take from Leith to South Gyle?
Around 84 minutes on the 36, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Leith to South Gyle?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 36) leaves around 06:03 and the last around 18:45. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Leith to South Gyle?
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.