🚌 Bus from Leith to South Side
3 direct routes · about 23 min · first bus 05:17, last bus 23:47 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | Lothian Buses | ~23 min | 59 | 05:17 | 23:47 | Academy Park (after) |
| N14 | Lothian Buses | ~14 min | 3 | 00:54 | 02:54 | Mill Lane (before) |
| N35 | Lothian Buses | ~15 min | 2 | 00:07 | 01:09 | Academy Park (after) |
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 Side?
3 routes run directly from Leith to South Side: the 35 (Lothian Buses), the N14 (Lothian Buses), the N35 (Lothian Buses).
How long does the bus take from Leith to South Side?
Around 23 minutes on the 35, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Leith to South Side?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 35) leaves around 05:17 and the last around 23:47. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Leith to South Side?
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.