🚌 Bus from Wester Hailes to Old Town
4 direct routes · about 48 min · first bus 04:00, last bus 23:06 (weekdays).
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 | Lothian Buses | ~48 min | 96 | 04:00 | 23:06 | Clovenstone Drive (E-bound) |
| 3 | Lothian Buses | ~49 min | 81 | 04:21 | 23:07 | Clovenstone Drive (E-bound) |
| 33 | Lothian Buses | ~54 min | 52 | 04:30 | 22:42 | Westburn Grove (after) |
| N30 | Lothian Buses | ~34 min | 6 | 00:30 | 23:50 | Westside Plaza (Stop 4) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Wester Hailes 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 Wester Hailes to Old Town?
4 routes run directly from Wester Hailes to Old Town: the 30 (Lothian Buses), the 3 (Lothian Buses), the 33 (Lothian Buses), the N30 (Lothian Buses).
How long does the bus take from Wester Hailes to Old Town?
Around 48 minutes on the 30, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Wester Hailes to Old Town?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 30) leaves around 04:00 and the last around 23:06. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Wester Hailes 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.