🚌 Bus from Musselburgh to Dalkeith
3 direct routes · about 60 min · first bus 04:35, last bus 23:14 (weekdays).
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48 | Lothian Buses | ~60 min | 48 | 04:35 | 23:14 | Musselburgh Grammar School (o/s) |
| 140 | East Coast Buses | ~24 min | 16 | 07:41 | 23:10 | Tesco Terminus (at) |
| 141 | East Coast Buses | ~25 min | 12 | 07:06 | 18:21 | Tesco Terminus (at) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Musselburgh 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 Musselburgh to Dalkeith?
3 routes run directly from Musselburgh to Dalkeith: the 48 (Lothian Buses), the 140 (East Coast Buses), the 141 (East Coast Buses).
How long does the bus take from Musselburgh to Dalkeith?
Around 60 minutes on the 48, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Musselburgh to Dalkeith?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 48) leaves around 04:35 and the last around 23:14. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Musselburgh to Dalkeith?
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.