Best Lothian Bus Apps

247+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating

20 free apps

Updated October 2026

Out of 247+ lothian bus apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Lothian Bus Apps (October 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	Bus & Tram	Free	4.8★ (219)	No	No	Oct 2026
2	Edinburgh Lothian Bus Tracker	Free	—	No	No	May 2026
3	Edinburgh Bus Times	Free	—	Yes	No	Oct 2026
4	First Bus	Free	4.7★ (2.2K)	Yes	No	Oct 2026
5	Edinburgh Bus Tours	Free	4.4★ (90)	No	No	Sep 2026
6	UIUC Bus	Free	4.2★ (1.3K)	Yes	No	Oct 2026
7	Delaine Buses	Free	—	—	No	May 2026
8	UK Bus Checker	Free	4.6★ (91)	Yes	Yes	Oct 2026

Top Picks for Lothian Bus

#1

Bus & Tram by Lothian Buses plc

Lothian Buses/Edinburgh Trams

Editor's Choice

4.8😞(219 ratings)

Free

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Plan your bus and tram journeys in Edinburgh and the Lothians with real-time arrival information. Purchase mobile tickets directly within the app and receive live updates on delays and diversions.

What We Love

🚀 Improved layout and UI
💡 Ability to purchase tickets in-app

Room to Improve

🙁 Worse than previous app
🤔 Confusing and unintuitive navigation
🔍 Harder to find bus schedules and routes
🕰️ Live departure times not accurate
🗺️ Poor map integration and functionality

#2

Edinburgh Lothian Bus Tracker by Naiara Albaina

Strong Contender

0.0(0 ratings)

Free

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Track Edinburgh public transport in real-time with automatic map refreshes every 15 seconds. See bus directions and delays by tapping on individual vehicles. Easily find routes near your current location.

#3

Edinburgh Bus Times by JSVM Soft

Worth Considering

0.0(0 ratings)

FreeAds

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More Lothian Bus apps to explore

Bus Times App, Buy mTickets

Plan your bus journeys, track buses in real-time, and purchase digital tickets. Save favorite routes and stops for quick access. Manage your account and payments securely for a convenient travel experience.

Journey planningLive bus trackingDigital ticket purchasing

free with in-app purchases

Edinburgh Bus Tours

Edinburgh Bus Tours

Edinburgh Bus Tours

by Lothian Buses plc

Explore Edinburgh's sights with live bus times and an interactive map. Discover exclusive partner discounts and save your favorite attractions. Plan your visit with suggested itineraries for a seamless city experience.

Interactive map with live bus timesExclusive partner discountsExplore and save attractions

Live CUMTD Bus Timing Info

This app provides real-time transit information for the Champaign-Urbana area, including live bus locations, departure times, and route details. It helps users navigate campus and the city efficiently by offering up-to-date information beyond scheduled times.

Real-time bus departure timesLive bus location trackingNearby bus stop identification

🗺️ Navigation

Explore the rich history of a bus company founded in 1890. Learn about its evolution from horse-drawn carriages to a modern fleet, its core services, and its heritage museum.

Company origins from 1890Evolution of servicesModern fleet information

Tickets, travel times and more

Plan bus and public transport journeys across Great Britain. Get real-time arrival information, see how busy services are, and purchase mobile tickets. Supports buses, trains, trams, and more.

Journey planningReal-time bus informationMobile ticket purchasing

free with in-app purchases

FlixBus: Book Bus Tickets

Bus travel at the lowest price

Book affordable bus and train tickets across Europe, Turkey, Brazil, and the USA. Your mobile ticket, trip information, and real-time tracking are all within the app. Receive important updates via push notifications for a seamless travel experience.

Book bus and train ticketsMobile ticket (no printing)Real-time trip tracking

free with in-app purchases

East Lothian Courier

East Lothian Courier

East Lothian Courier

East Lothian news and sport

Stay informed with local news, sports, and events from East Lothian, Scotland. Enjoy ad-free reading, digital newspapers, interactive puzzles, and audio articles. Subscribe for comprehensive coverage and community engagement.

Live news, events, and sport updatesAd-free reading experienceFull digital weekly newspapers

📰 Magazines & Newspapers

Plan, track & buy tickets

Plan your bus journeys, track buses in real-time, and purchase mobile tickets securely. Features an interactive map to view services and stops, with options to save favorite routes.

Interactive route mapReal-time bus trackingFind nearest stops

West Lothian Driver App

West Lothian Driver App

West Lothian Driver App

by Edinburgh City Private HIre Ltd

This app offers an improved design and enhanced location tracking capabilities for users. It is optimized for minimal battery consumption, providing a more efficient experience.

New designPowerful capabilitiesImproved location tracking

NJ TRANSIT's Official App

Plan your trips across New Jersey, New York, and Philadelphia with real-time transit information. Purchase and display mobile tickets and passes securely. Receive instant alerts for rail, bus, and light rail services.

Mobile ticketing and passesReal-time arrival/departure infoTrip planning for rail, bus, light rail

Live tracking and timetables

This app provides live tracking and timetables for a specific bus service used by students at Durham University. Users can view real-time bus locations, estimated arrival times, and manage their pay-as-you-go accounts.

Live bus location trackingReal-time estimated arrival timesView bus timetables

East Lothian Taxis

East Lothian Taxis

East Lothian Taxis

Easily book a taxi with real-time tracking and notifications. Pay with cash or card, and save favorite pickup locations for quick bookings. Schedule rides for exact times.

Order a taxiCancel a bookingTrack vehicle on map

London & UK Live Bus Countdown

London & UK Live Bus Countdown

London & UK Live Bus Countdown

Bus, Tube Map & TfL Times & UK

Get real-time bus arrival times and timetables across London and the UK. Features include live bus routes, journey planning, and disruption alerts for buses, tubes, and rail. Save favorite stops and access Santander Cycle information.

Live bus arrival timesUK-wide bus timetablesJourney planner

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free with in-app purchases

by Mehmet Ali Bicenkardesler

by Chartered Speed Limited

Book bus tickets online for a convenient travel experience. Find buses across multiple states, compare options, and secure your seat with various payment methods. Enjoy safe, on-time, and affordable journeys with exclusive deals.

Online bus ticket bookingCompare bus operators and routesFilter by bus type, price, and ratings

free with in-app purchases

London Bus Times

London Bus Times

London Bus Times

by Oles Karchevskyy

Get real-time bus arrival information for London. This app helps you avoid missing your bus with live updates and convenient notifications. Easily find nearby stops and manage your favorite routes.

Live bus times from TFLNearest bus stops on mapAuto-sort favorites

SG-BUS (Real Time)

SG-BUS (Real Time)

SG-BUS (Real Time)

by Su Sundee Phu

Get real-time bus arrival times and detailed route information for commuters in Singapore. Easily find nearby bus stops, manage your favorite stops, and plan your journeys with accurate data.

Real-time bus arrival estimatesNearest bus stop finderFavorite bus stop management

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FAQ about Lothian Bus

What are the best lothian bus apps for iPhone?

Bus & Tram tops our lothian bus apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 219 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.

Are there free lothian bus apps for iPhone?

Yes — 20 of the top lothian bus apps we rank are free to download, including Bus & Tram and Edinburgh Lothian Bus Tracker.

Does Bus & Tram have ads or in-app purchases?

Bus & Tram has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.

How many lothian bus apps are on the App Store?

We track 247+ lothian bus apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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