🚌 Bus from Musselburgh to Old Town
2 direct routes · about 42 min · first bus 04:32, last bus 23:24 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 | Lothian Buses | ~42 min | 92 | 04:32 | 23:24 | Queen Margaret University (Stance 1) |
| N30 | Lothian Buses | ~26 min | 5 | 00:59 | 03:39 | Bridge Street (N-bound) |
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 Old Town?
2 routes run directly from Musselburgh to Old Town: the 30 (Lothian Buses), the N30 (Lothian Buses).
How long does the bus take from Musselburgh to Old Town?
Around 42 minutes on the 30, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Musselburgh to Old Town?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 30) leaves around 04:32 and the last around 23:24. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Musselburgh to Old Town?
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.