🚌 Bus from Linlithgow to Edinburgh
1 direct route · about 43 min · first bus 05:32, last bus 21:47 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X38 | Midland Bluebird | ~43 min | 31 | 05:32 | 21:47 | Cross (after) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Linlithgow 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 Linlithgow to Edinburgh?
The X38 (Midland Bluebird) runs directly from Linlithgow to Edinburgh.
How long does the bus take from Linlithgow to Edinburgh?
Around 43 minutes on the X38, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Linlithgow to Edinburgh?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the X38) leaves around 05:32 and the last around 21:47. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Linlithgow 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.