178 Larbert to Kirkintilloch via High Gallowhill

Operated by Midland Bluebird. Registered as running via Chryston, Lenzie. First bus 09:05, last bus 17:15. 11 journeys on weekdays. Fares: set by the operator — more.

Next towards Kirkintilloch from Burnbrae Avenue (before): tomorrow 09:05

Next towards Larbert from Kelvin Court (after): tomorrow 10:55

Wanted a different 178? 9 other bus routes are numbered 178 elsewhere in the UK — see every 178 bus timetable by area.

Timetable

Ends at Kirkintilloch West, High Street · Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays · 6 journeys
Stop 09:0510:1511:3012:4514:0016:35
Viaduct (northbound) ······
Forth Valley Royal Hospital (Stance 2) ······
Burnbrae Avenue (before) 09:0510:1511:3012:4514:0016:35
Pentland Road (Opp) 09:1310:2311:3812:5314:0816:43
Millersneuk Road (opp) 09:2410:3411:4913:0414:1916:54
Scotsblair Avenue (at) 09:3210:4211:5713:1214:2717:02
Kelvin Court (after) 09:3910:4912:0413:1914:3417:09

Each column is one journey, headed by the time it sets off; one that finishes short of the usual end says where ("to …") — not every journey on this route runs the whole way. A · means that journey does not stop there. Times are shown at the route's main timing stops — buses serve all stops in between. Switch a table to All stops for every stop it calls at, or open a stop's own page for live departures there.

The England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland — Midland Bluebird sets the fares on the 178. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card. Who travels free →

Christmas & bank holidays

These dates are not the usual timetable for the day they fall on. They come from the operator’s published data, which for Christmas and New Year is often late or incomplete, so check with Midland Bluebird before you travel. Everything above is an ordinary week.

Not published yet: Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Day and 2 January. Operators often publish festive timetables only a few weeks ahead, so check again nearer the date.

Route map

All stops on route 178

Service registration & registered changes

Registered as partly financially supported by a local authority (SPT).

From official Traffic Commissioner registrations. Registration PM0000003/718 · Changes in Strathclyde Partnership for Transport · All service changes →

Towns & areas on this route

Frequently asked questions

What time is the first 178 bus?

The first 178 departure on weekdays leaves at 09:05 (check the full timetable below for your stop, as times vary along the route — weekend times can differ).

What time is the last 178 bus?

The last 178 on weekdays leaves its first stop at 17:15. Always check the timetable for your specific stop — later stops are reached after this time.

How much does the 178 bus cost?

The England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland — Midland Bluebird sets the fares on the 178. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.

Who runs the 178 bus?

The 178 is operated by Midland Bluebird.

Timetable data from Midland Bluebird via the DfT Bus Open Data Service (Scotland feed). Registered with the Traffic Commissioner as PM0000003/718. Check before you travel — services can change at short notice.