🚌 Bus from Pilton to Old Town
2 direct routes · about 37 min · first bus 06:00, last bus 23:29 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | Lothian Buses | ~37 min | 51 | 06:00 | 23:29 | Granton Primary School (at) |
| 8 | Lothian Buses | ~29 min | 49 | 05:02 | 22:51 | Pilton Drive North (S-bound) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Pilton 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 Pilton to Old Town?
2 routes run directly from Pilton to Old Town: the 14 (Lothian Buses), the 8 (Lothian Buses).
How long does the bus take from Pilton to Old Town?
Around 37 minutes on the 14, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Pilton to Old Town?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 14) leaves around 06:00 and the last around 23:29. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Pilton 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.