How to get from Leith to Musselburgh by bus?

From Leith to Musselburgh by bus

To get from Leith to Musselburgh in Musselburgh, take the 25 bus from Foot Of the Walk, Leith station to Elm Row, Hillside station. Next, take the 4 bus from Leopold Place, Hillside station to Queen Margaret University, Musselburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 41 min. The bus schedule from Leith may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Musselburgh on the Moovit app.

41min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2525
Bus - 44
Walk to Musselburgh
Leaves from Foot Of the Walk, Leith

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Foot Of the Walk, Leith
    ID 6200242280
    300 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2525
    Wait for bus
    25
    Riccarton
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elm Row, Hillside
    ID 6200242670
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leopold Place, Hillside
    ID 6200207470
    190 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 44
    Wait for bus
    4
    Musselburgh
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Queen Margaret University, Musselburgh
    ID 627001050100
    23 min
  • 7
    Walk to Musselburgh
    Walk to
    Musselburgh
    190 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Leith to Musselburgh by bus via 21 and 48

To get from Leith to Musselburgh in Musselburgh, take the 21 bus from Kirkgate Centre, Leith station to Jack Kane Centre, Niddrie station. Next, take the 48 bus from Niddrie Mill Avenue, Niddrie station to Denholm Drive, Stoneybank station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min. The bus schedule from Leith may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Musselburgh on the Moovit app.

56min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2121
Bus - 4848
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
    Jack Kane Centre, Niddrie
    ID 6200238960
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Niddrie Mill Avenue, Niddrie
    ID 6200209710
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4848
    Wait for bus
    48
    Musselburgh
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Denholm Drive, Stoneybank
    ID 627001010380
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to Musselburgh
    Walk to
    Musselburgh
    160 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Leith to Musselburgh

The distance between Leith and Musselburgh is approximately 11.33 km, which can typically be travelled in 41 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Leith to Musselburgh by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Musselburgh – 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.

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Alternative route from Leith to Musselburgh by bus via 21 and 48

To get from Leith to Musselburgh in Musselburgh, take the 21 bus from Kirkgate Centre, Leith station to Jack Kane Centre, Niddrie station. Next, take the 48 bus from Niddrie Mill Avenue, Niddrie station to Denholm Drive, Stoneybank station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min. The bus schedule from Leith may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Musselburgh on the Moovit app.

56min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2121
Bus - 4848
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
    Jack Kane Centre, Niddrie
    ID 6200238960
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Niddrie Mill Avenue, Niddrie
    ID 6200209710
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4848
    Wait for bus
    48
    Musselburgh
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Denholm Drive, Stoneybank
    ID 627001010380
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to Musselburgh
    Walk to
    Musselburgh
    160 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 41 minutes, using Bus line 25, Bus line 4.

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

    The alternative route takes 56 minutes, using Bus line 21, Bus line 48.

  • 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 41 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Leith to Musselburgh?

    The 25 bus line goes from Foot Of the Walk, Leith station near Leith in Edinburgh to Riccarton station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Riccarton station near Musselburgh.

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

    The total travel time between Leith and Musselburgh by bus is about 41 min.

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

    Get on the 25 bus from the Foot Of the Walk, 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 Riccarton stop, which is closest to Musselburgh.

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