🚌 Bus from Prestonpans to Edinburgh West End
3 direct routes · about 62 min · first bus 04:37, last bus 23:27 (weekdays).
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Lothian Buses | ~62 min | 91 | 04:37 | 23:27 | Ayres Wynd (adj) |
| 124 | East Coast Buses | ~58 min | 29 | 05:42 | 22:47 | Hawthorn Road (opp) |
| X26 | Lothian Buses | ~57 min | 2 | 06:53 | 07:49 | Ayres Wynd (adj) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Prestonpans 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 Prestonpans to Edinburgh West End?
3 routes run directly from Prestonpans to Edinburgh West End: the 26 (Lothian Buses), the 124 (East Coast Buses), the X26 (Lothian Buses).
How long does the bus take from Prestonpans to Edinburgh West End?
Around 62 minutes on the 26, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Prestonpans to Edinburgh West End?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 26) leaves around 04:37 and the last around 23:27. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Prestonpans to Edinburgh West End?
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.