Best Lothian Buses Apps

217+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated July 2026

With an average user rating of 4.5β˜…, the lothian buses category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 217+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Lothian Buses Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Bus & TramBus & TramFree4.8β˜… (210)NoNoAug 2026
2Edinburgh Lothian Bus TrackerEdinburgh Lothian Bus TrackerFreeβ€”NoNoMay 2026
3Edinburgh Bus TimesEdinburgh Bus TimesFreeβ€”YesNoAug 2026
4First BusFirst BusFree4.7β˜… (2.1K)YesNoAug 2026
5Edinburgh Bus ToursEdinburgh Bus ToursFree4.4β˜… (90)NoNoMay 2026
6McGill’s BusesMcGill’s BusesFree5.0β˜… (11)NoNoJul 2026
7Transit β€’ Subway & Bus TimesTransit β€’ Subway & Bus TimesFree4.6β˜… (965K)NoYesAug 2026
8FlixBus: Book Bus TicketsFlixBus: Book Bus TicketsFree4.8β˜… (89K)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Lothian Buses

Bus & Tram#1

Bus & Tram by Lothian Buses plc

Lothian Buses/Edinburgh Trams
Editor's Choice
✈️ Travel
4.8😞(210 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

  • πŸš€ Improved layout and UI
  • πŸ’‘ Ability to purchase tickets in-app

Room to Improve

  • πŸ™ Worse than previous app
  • πŸ€” Confusing and unintuitive navigation
  • πŸ” Harder to find bus schedules and routes

More Lothian Buses apps to explore

4
First Bus
First Bus
First Bus
Bus Times App, Buy mTickets
Free

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
✈️ Travel
(2.1K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Edinburgh Bus Tours
Edinburgh Bus Tours
Edinburgh Bus Tours
by Lothian Buses plc
Free

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
✈️ Travel
(90)
free
6
McGill’s Buses
McGill’s Buses
McGill’s Buses
Real time, tickets & planning
Free

Purchase and use mobile tickets directly from your device, eliminating the need for paper tickets. Track your bus in real-time, plan your journeys, and find nearby stops. Access timetables and save favorite routes for convenient travel.

Mobile ticketingReal-time bus trackingJourney planning
✈️ Travel
(11)
free with in-app purchases
7
Transit β€’ Subway & Bus Times
Transit β€’ Subway & Bus Times
Transit β€’ Subway & Bus Times
Track NYC MTA, CTA, LA Metro
Free

Navigate your city with real-time public transit information. Plan routes, track vehicles, and receive instant alerts for buses and trains in over 1,000 cities worldwide. Save favorite destinations for quick trip planning.

Real-time departure timesLive vehicle trackingFastest route planning
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(965K)
free with in-app purchases
8
FlixBus: Book Bus Tickets
FlixBus: Book Bus Tickets
FlixBus: Book Bus Tickets
Bus travel at the lowest price
Free

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
✈️ Travel
(89K)
free with in-app purchases
9
East Yorkshire Buses
East Yorkshire Buses
East Yorkshire Buses
by East Yorkshire Motor Services Limited
Free

Plan your journeys and purchase tickets for local bus services. View live departure times, plan routes, and access timetables. Stay updated on service disruptions and save your favorite routes for quick access.

Mobile ticket purchaseLive departure timesRoute planning
✈️ Travel
(23)
free with in-app purchases
10
TAP LA
TAP LA
TAP LA
Transit fare payment in LA
Free

Pay for transit fares across Los Angeles with your mobile device. This app allows you to purchase passes, manage multiple cards, and use touchless payment on numerous bus and train systems. It also offers trip planning and access to multimodal programs.

Touchless paymentAdd TAP card to iPhone/Apple WatchPurchase transit passes
✈️ Travel
(799)
free
11
SG Buses - Bus Arrival Times
SG Buses - Bus Arrival Times
SG Buses - Bus Arrival Times
by SG NextBus Pte. Ltd.
Free

Access real-time bus arrival times and route information for public buses in Singapore. See estimated arrival times, bus capacity, and current location on a map. Find nearby stops and save your favorite routes for quick access.

Estimated bus arrival timesBus capacity and seat availabilityReal-time bus location on map
✈️ Travel
(40)
ad-supported
12
Borders Buses
Borders Buses
Borders Buses
by Craig of Campbeltown Ltd.
Free

Plan your bus journeys, view live departures, and purchase mobile tickets securely. Access timetables, save favorites, and stay updated on service disruptions.

Mobile ticket purchaseLive departure timesRoute planning
✈️ Travel
(18)
free
13
Xplore Dundee
Xplore Dundee
Xplore Dundee
by Tayside Public Transport Company Limited
Free

Plan your bus journeys, view live departures, and purchase mobile tickets securely. Access timetables, manage contactless journeys, and stay updated on service disruptions. Save your favorite routes and stops for quick access.

Mobile ticket purchaseLive bus departuresJourney planning
✈️ Travel
(16)
free
14
redBus: Bus, Train Booking App
redBus: Bus, Train Booking App
redBus: Bus, Train Booking App
Bus, Train, Ferry, & Shuttle
Free

Book bus, train, ferry, and shuttle tickets online with a trusted platform. Find the best routes, compare operators, and enjoy features like live tracking and free cancellation. Save money with exclusive discounts and offers.

Book bus tickets in multiple countriesBook train tickets via IRCTCBook ferry tickets and activity packages
✈️ Travel
(6.9K)
free with in-app purchases
15
NCTX Buses
NCTX Buses
NCTX Buses
by Nottingham City Transport Ltd
Free

Plan your journeys, view live bus departures, and purchase mobile tickets for NCT services. Access timetables, save favorite routes, and stay updated on service disruptions.

Mobile ticket purchaseLive departure timesJourney planning
✈️ Travel
(64)
free
16
NX Bus mTicket
NX Bus mTicket
NX Bus mTicket
by National Express UK Ltd
Free

Purchase and store bus tickets directly on your phone. This app allows for easy buying of single trips, day tickets, and weekly passes. Activate your digital ticket and scan the QR code to board your bus.

Buy single trip ticketsPurchase day ticketsGet 1 and 4 week passes
✈️ Travel
(2)
free
17
Bus Times UK Live checker app
Bus Times UK Live checker app
Bus Times UK Live checker app
Tracker, Timetables & Stops
Free

Find nearby bus stops and check live or scheduled bus times across the UK. Save favorite stops and view departure information for over 300,000 locations. Makes bus travel easier and stress-free.

Interactive map of nearby stopsLive and scheduled bus timesDistance to bus stops
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(29)
free with in-app purchases
18
Reading Buses
Reading Buses
Reading Buses
Information and ticketing
Free

Plan your bus journeys, purchase mobile tickets, and track live departures. This app provides real-time bus information, fare discovery, and contactless journey history. Save your favorite routes and stay updated on service disruptions.

Mobile ticket purchaseLive departure trackingJourney planning
✈️ Travel
(84)
free
19
Go North East
Go North East
Go North East
Making bus travel easy
Free

Plan your bus journeys, view live departures, and purchase mobile tickets securely. Access timetables, save favorites, and stay updated on service disruptions for easy travel across the North East.

Mobile ticket purchasingLive departure timesJourney planning
✈️ Travel
(36)
free
20
More buses
More buses
More buses
Making bus travel easy
Free

Plan your bus journeys, purchase mobile tickets, and view live departures for travel in the Bournemouth, Poole, and surrounding areas. Access timetables, manage contactless journeys, and receive disruption updates.

Mobile ticket purchaseLive departure timesJourney planning
✈️ Travel
(29)
free

FAQ about Lothian Buses

What are the best lothian buses apps for iPhone?
Bus & Tram tops our lothian buses apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 210 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes β€” 20 of the top lothian buses apps we rank are free to download, including Bus & Tram and Edinburgh Lothian Bus Tracker.
Bus & Tram has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 217+ lothian buses apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app helps you plan your bus and tram journeys in and around Edinburgh and the Lothians. It provides real-time arrival and departure information, allows you to purchase mobile tickets, and offers live updates on travel disruptions.
You can plan your journey by viewing your current location on the interactive map and entering your desired destination. The app will then suggest practical routes based on your travel preferences.

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