Busy Edinburgh road re-opens after crash sees emergency services descend
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An Edinburgh road was temporarily closed with cars and buses diverted after a crash
Mayfield Road in Edinburgh has reopened following a collision at the junction with Esslemont Road that caused hour-long delays for motorists and bus passengers.
Emergency services were called to the scene shortly before 11.00am on Friday, April 17, where a black car was pictured with its bonnet raised following the crash. It is not yet known if anyone was injured in the incident.
Lothian Buses updated passengers of the 12 and 24 read: "Due to a road closure buses are unable to serve Esslemont Road and are instead diverted via Craigmillar Park, Mayfield Gardens, West Mayfield Road and Mayfield Road in both directions until further notice."
Passengers of the 38 were also warned of diversions: "Due to a road closure buses are unable to serve Blackford Avenue, West Mains Road and Esslemont Road and are instead diverted via West Savile Terrace, Mayfield Road, West Mayfield Road, Mayfield Gardens and Craigmillar Park until further notice."
Bus services have now resumed in the area.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 10.25am on Friday, 17 April, 2026, officers received a report of a two vehicle crash on Mayfield Road, Edinburgh.
“There were no reports of any injuries.
“A woman was issued with a Fixed Penalty Notice.”