🚌 Bus from Livingston to Gilmerton
1 direct route · about 70 min · first bus 05:32, last bus 18:31 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X40 | Lothian Country Buses | ~70 min | 14 | 05:32 | 18:31 | St Johns Hospital (at) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Livingston 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 Livingston to Gilmerton?
The X40 (Lothian Country Buses) runs directly from Livingston to Gilmerton.
How long does the bus take from Livingston to Gilmerton?
Around 70 minutes on the X40, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Livingston to Gilmerton?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the X40) leaves around 05:32 and the last around 18:31. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Livingston to Gilmerton?
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.