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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Edinburgh Airport | Livingston Almondvale Ave | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Edinburgh Airport | Livingston Almondvale Ave | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Edinburgh Airport | Livingston Almondvale Ave | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Edinburgh Airport | Livingston Almondvale Ave | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Edinburgh Airport | Livingston Almondvale Ave | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Livingston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Livingston. The journey takes about 22 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Edinburgh to Livingston
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Edinburgh to Livingston?
The cheapest coach tickets from Edinburgh to Livingston start from £7. The average price for this route is around £8. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Edinburgh to Livingston?
The average bus journey time from Edinburgh to Livingston is 26m, covering a distance of 13 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Edinburgh to Livingston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 214 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Edinburgh to Livingston?
The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Livingston at 00:03. And the latest bus departs at 23:52.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Edinburgh to Livingston?
A bus journey from Edinburgh to Livingston produces an estimated 0 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Edinburgh to Livingston?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4274 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Livingston?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Edinburgh to Livingston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Edinburgh to Livingston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Livingston was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £4To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Edinburgh to Livingston as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £4 to £15 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Livingston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2025-12-03.
Usually Megabus UK will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Edinburgh to Livingston?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
