How to get from Leith to Musselburgh by bus?

From Leith to Musselburgh by bus

To get from Leith to Musselburgh in Scotland, take the 21 bus from Kirkgate Centre, Leith station to Piershill Cemetery, Craigentinny station. Next, take the 26 bus from Piershill Cemetery, Craigentinny station to High Street (Stop A), Musselburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The bus schedule from Leith may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Musselburgh on the Moovit app.

43min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2121
Bus - 2626
Walk to Musselburgh
Leaves from Kirkgate Centre, Leith

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Kirkgate Centre, Leith
    ID 6200207300
    290 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2121
    Wait for bus
    21
    Edinburgh Royal Infirmary
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Piershill Cemetery, Craigentinny
    ID 6200208070
    16 min
  • 4
    Bus - 2626
    Wait for bus
    26
    Seton Sands
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    High Street (Stop A), Musselburgh
    ID 627001010300
    21 min
  • 6
    Walk to Musselburgh
    Walk to
    Musselburgh
    90 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Leith to Musselburgh by bus via 49 and 26

To get from Leith to Musselburgh in Scotland, take the 49 bus from Duke Street, Leith station to Bridge Street, Portobello station. Next, take the 26 bus from Bridge Street, Portobello station to High Street (Stop A), Musselburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 40 min. The bus schedule from Leith may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Musselburgh on the Moovit app.

40min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4949
Bus - 2626
Walk to Musselburgh
Leaves from Duke Street, Leith

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Duke Street, Leith
    ID 6200207590
    400 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    Newcraighall
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bridge Street, Portobello
    ID 6200208140
    17 min
  • 4
    Bus - 2626
    Wait for bus
    26
    Seton Sands
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    High Street (Stop A), Musselburgh
    ID 627001010300
    15 min
  • 6
    Walk to Musselburgh
    Walk to
    Musselburgh
    90 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Leith to Musselburgh

The distance between Leith, Scotland and Musselburgh, Scotland is approximately 9.87 km, which can typically be travelled in 43 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Leith to Musselburgh by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Leith to Musselburgh

To check the bus schedule from Leith to Musselburgh using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Leith) and destination (Musselburgh), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Leith to Musselburgh by bus via 49 and 26

To get from Leith to Musselburgh in Scotland, take the 49 bus from Duke Street, Leith station to Bridge Street, Portobello station. Next, take the 26 bus from Bridge Street, Portobello station to High Street (Stop A), Musselburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 40 min. The bus schedule from Leith may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Musselburgh on the Moovit app.

40min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4949
Bus - 2626
Walk to Musselburgh
Leaves from Duke Street, Leith

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Duke Street, Leith
    ID 6200207590
    400 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    Newcraighall
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bridge Street, Portobello
    ID 6200208140
    17 min
  • 4
    Bus - 2626
    Wait for bus
    26
    Seton Sands
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    High Street (Stop A), Musselburgh
    ID 627001010300
    15 min
  • 6
    Walk to Musselburgh
    Walk to
    Musselburgh
    90 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Leith to Musselburgh?

    The fastest way takes 43 minutes, using Bus line 21, Bus line 26.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Leith to Musselburgh?

    The alternative route takes 40 minutes, using Bus line 49, Bus line 26.

  • Is there a direct bus between Leith and Musselburgh?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 43 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Leith to Musselburgh?

    The 21 bus line goes from Kirkgate Centre, Leith station near Leith in Edinburgh to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Edinburgh Royal Infirmary station near Musselburgh in Scotland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Leith to Musselburgh by bus?

    The total travel time between Leith in Edinburgh and Musselburgh in Scotland by bus is about 43 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Leith to get to Musselburgh?

    Get on the 21 bus from the Kirkgate Centre, Leith stop near Leith in Edinburgh.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Leith and Musselburgh?

    Get off the bus at the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary stop, which is closest to Musselburgh in Scotland.

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