🚌 Bus from South Gyle to Leith
2 direct routes · about 54 min · first bus 06:09, last bus 20:08 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | Lothian Buses | ~54 min | 30 | 06:09 | 20:08 | Gyle Centre (Stop KE) |
| 36 | Lothian Buses | ~84 min | 30 | 06:56 | 20:05 | Gyle Centre (Stop KB) |
Times are for the first boarding point in South Gyle 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 South Gyle to Leith?
2 routes run directly from South Gyle to Leith: the 21 (Lothian Buses), the 36 (Lothian Buses).
How long does the bus take from South Gyle to Leith?
Around 54 minutes on the 21, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from South Gyle to Leith?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 21) leaves around 06:09 and the last around 20:08. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from South Gyle to Leith?
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.