🚌 Bus from Queensferry to Kirkliston
3 direct routes · about 18 min · first bus 06:42, last bus 19:05 (weekdays).
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71 | Lothian Country Buses | ~18 min | 13 | 06:42 | 19:05 | Scotstoun Terminus (Stop 2) |
| X51 | Stagecoach East Scotland | ~6 min | 10 | 08:06 | 18:32 | Ferrymuir Retail Park (S-bound) |
| N43 | Lothian Country Buses | ~12 min | 1 | 01:04 | 01:04 | Queensferry Police Station (at) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Queensferry 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 Queensferry to Kirkliston?
3 routes run directly from Queensferry to Kirkliston: the 71 (Lothian Country Buses), the X51 (Stagecoach East Scotland), the N43 (Lothian Country Buses).
How long does the bus take from Queensferry to Kirkliston?
Around 18 minutes on the 71, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Queensferry to Kirkliston?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 71) leaves around 06:42 and the last around 19:05. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Queensferry to Kirkliston?
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.