Your guide on where to visit in East Lothian and how to get there by bus
Travel
East Coast Buses operates 14 core services across East Lothian, as well as an additional three dedicated Night Bus services to and from Edinburgh.
Operating a zonal fare structure, East Coast Buses provide excellent value for money. A City&Country Day ticket, which covers unlimited journeys on services across Edinburgh and East Lothian – including on Lothian services – costs just £8.80, or £8.50 if you use Lothian’s TapTapCap contactless payments system.
Plus, kids travel free with their Under-22s Young Scot National Entitlement Card (NEC), meaning a family day out doesn’t need to break the bank!
Discover
East Coast Buses will take you to some of the most exquisite scenery and amazing visitor attractions Scotland has to offer. Many of our services capture the idyllic landscape of the east coast and offer a unique way to see East Lothian.
In Haddington, hop on the express Service X7 from Edinburgh and visit the cultural centre of East Lothian. Haddington is also served by the Service 106 from Fort Kinnaird, and Service 121 from North Berwick and Service 123 which serves the Gifford Circle.
Once you arrive in the Royal Burgh, your options are endless including a walk around the stunning Amisfield Walled Garden. Dating from the late 18th century, it is one of the largest walled gardens in Scotland and provides a beautiful green space for recreation and relaxation.
Or why not connect with the Service 123 to Glenkinchie Distillery and experience some of the world-famous Johnnie Walker whiskies.
North Berwick, located on the south shore of the Firth of Forth, is perfect for a day at the seaside. With its beautiful beaches, harbour and exquisite views of Bass Rock, the town is a popular destination for visitors all year round. Hop on the express Service X5 from Edinburgh, or Services 124, 120 or 121 for easy, convenient links to the Scottish Seabird Centre.
Further afield in Dunbar, there’s fun for the whole family at Foxlake Adventures. The express Service X7 from Edinburgh, Service 107 and Service 120 stop right outside the venue. Why not enjoy a spin around Scotland’s first cable wakeboard park or try and avoid getting wet when taking on Scotland’s only ropes course over water?
Explore
As well as fantastic attractions, East Lothian is also home to miles of untouched coastline and some of the nation’s most stunning natural beauty spots. Jump on East Coast Buses’ Service X5 or Service 124 to explore the majestic landscape that is right on your doorstep this summer.
To find out more visit www.eastcoastbuses.co.uk