Plan your Christmas and New Year travel across Edinburgh and the Lothians with the Lothian bus and tram app
Make your journeys simple and stress-free this festive season – download the bus and tram app and make planning your trips easy!
As Edinburgh begins to sparkle with the glow of festive lights, the city transforms into a place full of warmth, celebration and seasonal charm.
December in the capital brings a sense of excitement like no other. But with so much to see, do and enjoy, planning how to get around can feel overwhelming. That’s where Lothian steps in, your trusted travel companion for more than 106 years, ensuring smooth, reliable journeys across Edinburgh and the Lothians.
Every year, thousands of residents and visitors rely on Lothian to help them make the most of the festive season. Whether you’re travelling into town for shopping, meeting friends for dinner, heading to work, or preparing for a night of festive celebrations, Lothian is committed to making your journey as simple and enjoyable as possible.
Ditch the driving – and relax
“Our goal is to help you leave the car at home, travel sustainably, comfortably and confidently - no matter where your festive plans take you,” Lothian says.
“What sets Lothian apart is its dedication to providing a comprehensive network that operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, even on Christmas Day. Our drivers, engineers and behind-the-scenes support teams all play a vital role in delivering safe and dependable travel, and we’re proud to support the people and communities who make Edinburgh and the Lothians such a special place at this time of year.”
Information at your fingertips
This year, planning your festive travel is easier than ever. The Bus & Tram app puts a wealth of travel information directly at your fingertips. Whether you’re checking live departure times, tracking your bus on the map or planning a journey across unfamiliar parts of the city, the app makes it simple to stay informed and on time. For added convenience, the app also allows you to purchase or gift tickets for travel across both the Lothian bus network and Edinburgh Trams.
Check out the festive timetable
Lothian has also created a dedicated festive timetable, now available on its website. This guide brings together everything you need to know about service level changes, including essential Christmas Day routes, adjusted timetables over the festive period and its special Hogmanay network. Designed to help you travel safely after bringing in the New Year, Lothian’s Hogmanay services ensure that the city’s world-famous celebrations can be enjoyed without the worry of how you’ll get home afterwards. Whether you’re dancing in the street party, watching the fireworks or marking midnight with friends, you can rely on Lothian to be there when it matters.
Service with bells on!
So whether you’re exploring the Christmas attractions, preparing for gatherings with friends and family, making important journeys for work or simply enjoying the magic of the season, let Lothian help you get there.
From all of us at Lothian, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year.