🚌 Bus from Musselburgh to Portobello
3 direct routes · about 26 min · first bus 00:17, last bus 00:07 (weekdays).
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Lothian Buses | ~26 min | 104 | 00:17 | 00:07 | Battlefield Drive (near) |
| N26 | Lothian Buses | ~13 min | 4 | 01:26 | 04:21 | Battlefield Drive (near) |
| X26 | Lothian Buses | ~22 min | 4 | 07:00 | 07:56 | Battlefield Drive (near) |
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 Portobello?
3 routes run directly from Musselburgh to Portobello: the 26 (Lothian Buses), the N26 (Lothian Buses), the X26 (Lothian Buses).
How long does the bus take from Musselburgh to Portobello?
Around 26 minutes on the 26, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Musselburgh to Portobello?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 26) leaves around 00:17 and the last around 00:07. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Musselburgh to Portobello?
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.