Bus & Tram

Bus & Tram

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Bus & Tram: Your Ultimate Travel Companion for Edinburgh and Beyond

Navigate Edinburgh like a local with real-time tracking, seamless journey planning, and instant mobile ticketing. From the airport to the city center, skip the hassle and travel with confidence.

Publisher

Lothian Buses plc

Category

Travel

Downloads

522K+

User Rating

4.5/5

Total Ratings

5K+

Locales

6

A Glimpse of the Journey

Discover the interface used by 522K+ users.

Interactive map of Edinburgh showing bus stop locations in the Bus and Tram mobile app.

Interactive map of Edinburgh showing bus stop locations in the Bus and Tram mobile app.

Real-time bus arrival information and map on the Edinburgh Bus and Tram app

Real-time bus arrival information and map on the Edinburgh Bus and Tram app

Digital wallet screen in the Bus and Tram app showing active adult day and airport zone tickets for Edinburgh transport

Digital wallet screen in the Bus and Tram app showing active adult day and airport zone tickets for Edinburgh transport

Interface of the Bus and Tram app showing various ticket types and prices for purchase

Interface of the Bus and Tram app showing various ticket types and prices for purchase

Bus and Tram app interface showing route 16 map and arrival times for stops in Edinburgh

Bus and Tram app interface showing route 16 map and arrival times for stops in Edinburgh

Real-time map showing live bus and tram locations in Edinburgh

Real-time map showing live bus and tram locations in Edinburgh

Mobile app interface showing various bus and tram routes and travel times from Duncan Place to Edinburgh Castle.

Mobile app interface showing various bus and tram routes and travel times from Duncan Place to Edinburgh Castle.

Bus and Tram app screenshot showing journey details to Edinburgh Castle with map and directions

Bus and Tram app screenshot showing journey details to Edinburgh Castle with map and directions

A mobile interface showing map filter settings for vehicle markers transit stops and travel hubs on the Bus and Tram app

A mobile interface showing map filter settings for vehicle markers transit stops and travel hubs on the Bus and Tram app

Explore Edinburgh with Total Confidence

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 522K+ users.

🎫

Instant Mobile Ticketing

Forget the hassle of local currency or exact change. Purchase your bus and tram tickets securely in the app using your digital wallet or card.

📍

Live Real-Time Tracking

Never wonder when the next bus is coming. Track arrivals in real-time on an interactive map to ensure you stay on schedule and never feel lost.

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Seamless Airport Transfers

Perfect for international arrivals. Use specialized filters to find the fastest, most cost-effective routes from the airport to your destination.

Review Analysis

Insights from user reviews.

Sentiment Score

19%
Negative

Summary

Users express strong dissatisfaction with the current version of the app, overwhelmingly preferring its predecessor due to significant regressions in functionality and user experience. Key complaints revolve around highly inaccurate live bus tracking, with buses frequently disappearing, providing incorrect arrival times, or failing to display real-time information. Many find the app unintuitive, difficult to navigate with too many steps for simple tasks, and report severe issues with route planning which often displays irrelevant locations or lacks basic features. While one review noted an improved ticketing system, the overall sentiment is highly negative, citing reliability issues, slow performance, and a lack of accessibility features compared to the old application.

Common Themes

Comparison to Old App(29)
Live Tracking Accuracy(23)
Ease of Use & UI(21)
Route Planning(11)
Reliability & Performance(11)
Accessibility(3)
Privacy Concerns(1)
Ticketing System(1)

About the app

Everything you need to know about Bus & Tram.

Description

The new Lothian Buses and Edinburgh Trams app has everything you need to seamlessly travel on buses and trams in and around Edinburgh and the Lothians. Journey Planning Planning your journey around Edinburgh has never been easier. You can view your location on the interactive map and plan a route to your desired location. You can tailor the results to your travel preferences and we'll show you the most practical routes to get you where you need to be. Real-time Information Stay up to date with all the latest information regarding bus and tram arrival and departure times. The interactive map shows every bus and tram stop around you with subsequent real-time information about services at the selected location. Mobile Ticketing Passengers can now purchase a number of ticket types all on the one app. The app will learn ticket purchase behaviour and can present suggestions for frequently purchased tickets. Make use of our handy filters and find the tickets you need whether you're travelling across the region, in the city or to the Airport. Travel and Service Information The new and updated app can give you live updates about travel and service information, such as delays and diversions. If a stop is selected on the app, passengers will get the most up to date service information regarding the routes that serve the selected stop. Passengers have the opportunity to turn on notifications to get the latest service information straight to their smartphone.

Latest Version

2.6.0

Size

64.2 MB

First Released

Jun 2, 2024

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Bus & Tram

What is the Lothian Buses and Edinburgh Trams app for?

Yes, the Bus & Tram app enables seamless travel on buses and trams in and around Edinburgh and the Lothians. It provides journey planning, real-time information, mobile ticketing, and live service updates for passengers.

Can I plan journeys with the Lothian Buses and Edinburgh Trams app?

Yes, the Bus & Tram app includes a journey planner. Users can view their location on an interactive map, plan routes to desired locations, and tailor results based on travel preferences for practical routes.

Does the Bus & Tram app provide real-time bus and tram information?

Yes, the Bus & Tram app provides real-time information. It displays bus and tram arrival/departure times, and an interactive map shows real-time service information for selected stops.

Can I buy bus and tram tickets using the Bus & Tram app?

Yes, passengers can purchase mobile tickets directly within the Bus & Tram app. The app learns purchase behavior and suggests frequently bought tickets, with filters for different ticket types.

What types of tickets are available on the Lothian Buses app?

The Bus & Tram app offers various ticket types, including Adult SINGLEticket, Adult DAYTicket, and Family DAYticket. Users can use filters to find tickets for travel across the region, in the city, or to the Airport.

What is the price of an Adult DAYTicket in the Bus & Tram app?

An Adult SINGLEticket starts from £2.00, an Adult DAYTicket costs from £5.00, and a Family DAYticket costs from £10.50 within the Bus & Tram app.

Does the Bus & Tram app offer service notifications?

Yes, the Bus & Tram app provides live updates on travel and service information, including delays and diversions. Users can enable notifications to receive the latest service information directly on their smartphone.

Can I see live bus locations on the Lothian Buses and Edinburgh Trams app?

Yes, the Bus & Tram app allows users to see live locations of buses on an interactive map. This feature provides current vehicle positions for enhanced tracking and journey planning.

Can I filter the map data in the Bus & Tram app?

Yes, the Bus & Tram app allows users to filter map data. Options include toggling vehicle markers, route labels, traffic, and displaying bus, tram, TravelHubs, and other locations.

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