Eastern Scottish (2024)

05/12/2023

By tomorrow this page will no longer be active; for information regarding routes that we operate in this area such as the 20, 63 & 68 please head over to Midland Bluebird

For info on Bright Bus Tours go to Bright Bus Tours

You can download the app here 👉 https://ow.ly/YY1O50QfsjX

27/11/2023

From Sunday 3rd Dec the following Eastern Scottish routes will no longer operate - 21, 23, 25, 26.

SD Travel and Scottish Citylink will be taking over sections of the 21 & 23, and Lothian Country is introducing a number of new services to provide replacements in many other areas, which can be viewed at www.lothianbuses.com

We again thank you for your custom and will be sorry to not have the pleasure of serving you.

If you need any further help with ticketing, refunds and journey planning after the change date, just get in touch with our team and we’ll do all we can to help.

☎️03330 16 61 62
✉️[email protected]

Find out more here 👉 https://ow.ly/WQuU50Qbvng

13/10/2023

On Sunday 15th October the cancellation of the Eastern Scottish X22 & X24 will come into place. Alternatives exist on Lothian Country routes 72, X27 and X28.

Alternative timetables here ⬇️
72 - https://www.lothianbuses.com/timetable/?service_name=72
x27 - https://www.lothianbuses.com/timetable/?service_name=X27
x28 - https://www.lothianbuses.com/timetable/?service_name=X28

We are sorry to announce this news. More information is available on our website.

Find out more here 👉 https://ow.ly/N0Jo50PWzqM

If you have any questions, please contact us:
☎️03330 16 61 62
✉️[email protected]

26/09/2023

Cancellation of Eastern Scottish routes 21, 23, 25, 26, X22 & X24

We are sorry to announce this news. More information is available on our website.

Find out more here 👉 https://www.mcgillsscotlandeast.co.uk/cancellation-eastern-scottish-routes-21-23-25-26-x22-x24

If you have any questions please contact us:

☎️03330 16 61 62
✉️[email protected].

23/09/2023

Happy first day of Autumn 🍁🍂

21/09/2023

🔹We're hiring a General Manager to oversee one of our business units here in Scotland🔹

Click this link for more details on the role and how to apply 👉 https://ow.ly/PaBU50POcw3

20/09/2023

Have you downloaded the Eastern Scottish app yet 📲

📍Purchase tickets before boarding
📍Track your bus live
📍Plan your journey
📍View service updates

🔍 Search ‘McGill's Scotland East’ in the app store or visit ➡️ https://ow.ly/luuw50PNxNE

15/09/2023

Did you know that if everyone switched just one car journey a month to bus, there would be a billion fewer car journeys and a saving of 2 million tonnes of carbon dioxide per year.

Catch the bus, download our app here ➡️ https://ow.ly/aUTy50PLXky

🙌Remember under 22’s and over 60’s travel free with a NEC card

12/09/2023

We are proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant, promising to support our local armed forces communities across Scotland.

Find out more ➡️ https://ow.ly/YQBy50PKyZp

06/09/2023

Opting for the bus means fewer cars on the road, and by purchasing your ticket on our mobile app, you can also reduce paper waste!

Download our app 👉 https://ow.ly/sc0B50PHvNc

🙌Remember under 22’s and over 60’s travel free with a National Entitlement Card

Bus Users UK

05/09/2023

It's National Cheese Pizza Day 🍕 Get your cheese fix from our local pizza stops:

Livingston
🍕 Pizza Express
🍕 Pizza Hut
Multiple services take you straight into the centre of Livingston🚍

Edinburgh
🍕Dough Pizzeria
Use services X22 & X24 🚍

Plan your journey ➡️ https://ow.ly/bZ4G50PHIqb

Under 22’s & Over 60’s travel free with N.E.C 🙌

02/09/2023

It's Catch the Bus Month and we are kicking it off by encouraging passengers to take the bus and explore local with Scotland Loves Local Week

Check out our Scotland Loves Local Guide 👉https://ow.ly/Fn3250PH7MQ

Bus Users UK

01/09/2023

Scotland Loves Local Week – Edinburgh Picks ✨

🍅 Edinburgh Farmer’s Market – award-winning farmers market held at Castle Terrace on Saturdays between 9am-2pm

🍽️ Indigo Yard – a rustic, stylish bar & restaurant serving delicious food and drinks

🛍️ Covet – independent women’s fashion shop sourcing labels from across Scotland and further afield

📍 With services X22 & X24 all taking you straight into the centre of Edinburgh, it’s easy to shop local using the bus

Plan your journey 👉 https://ow.ly/BWfn50PGN8C

🙌 Under 22’s & Over 60’s travel free with N.E.C

31/08/2023

Scotland Loves Local Week - Livingston Village Spotlight✨

🛌Livingston Inn - historic Scottish Inn that dates back to 1760 serving great pub food, with 12 comfortable rooms
💈Jennys Beauty Salon - established since 1998, a lovely salon covering all beauty treatments and facial aesthetics
🐏Almond Valley Heritage Centre - visit the onsite farm which is home to many animals, and explore the unique play centre

📍With service 23 taking you straight into the centre of Livingston Village, it’s easy to shop local using the bus

Plan your journey here👉 https://ow.ly/ekNU50PGooT

Under 22’s & Over 60’s travel free with N.E.C 🙌

29/08/2023

Love your local restaurants! We’ve put together some of our favourites in Edinburgh 🍕🍜

🍽️Browns
🍽️Gaucho
🍽️Howies
🍽️Le Monde
🍽️Rabbie's

More local options here 🍨➡️ https://scotlandgiftslocal.com/where-to-spend/ -17571

Plan your journey ➡️ https://ow.ly/tVxR50PEWig

28/08/2023

It's Scotland Loves Local week, and we've put together our Top 5 local coffee shops!

☕ Aran (Café)
🤎 Blackness Castle
☕ Mason Belles
🤎 Bridge Café
☕ Cross Tavern

Which one will you visit first? 😍

Under 22's and over 60's travel for free with a valid N.E.C 🙌

Plan your journey 👉https://ow.ly/MC9I50PES0k

25/08/2023

Friday night plans secured with Paradise Island Adventure Golf in Livingston ⛳

Plan your journey with us ➡️ https://ow.ly/YqAc50PEt0i

23/08/2023

Scotland Loves Local week 28th – 3rd Sep 📆

🚏Travel sustainably and take the bus
🔍Explore local and support local businesses

Remember, under 22’s and over 60’s travel for free with a valid N.E.C 🙌

21/08/2023

With over 2,500 incredible animals from around the world, head over to Edinburgh Zoo for an unforgettable day out 🐧🦒🐼

🚍 Board our X24 service
🎟️ Get a DaySaver ticket or go free with a valid NEC

Plan your journey here ➡️ https://ow.ly/E8Vv50PBxA6

19/08/2023

We're looking for PCV drivers to join the team in Livingston

🟢 Competitive salary
🟢 Free bus travel for you and your partner
🟢 Brand-new uniform
🟢 Pension scheme

Find out more ➡️ https://ow.ly/VCEJ50PAOMi

18/08/2023

Heading through to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival?🎭 The greatest celebration of arts and culture is not one to be missed.

🚍 Take our X22 and X24 services into the heart of the city

Plan your trip to Edinburgh here ➡️ https://ow.ly/6n7c50PAruu

17/08/2023

Looking for a coach hire for your next event?

We have modern, comfortable coaches for corporate events, weddings, school trips and MORE! 🚍

Get your quote here ➡️ https://ow.ly/7HvR50PzKuM

16/08/2023

Back to school week...leave the school run to us!🚌🍎✏️

Remember under 22's travel for free with a valid N.E.C
➡️ https://ow.ly/mRSQ50PzKF8

15/08/2023

🚍 Recruitment Open Night - Livingston Depot
📅 Thursday 17th August, 5pm until 8pm !
📍 Deans Industrial Estate, Livingston

In the meantime, check out our careers page ➡️ https://ow.ly/C3uZ50PoQ4h

10/08/2023

Planning a trip to Livingston Designer Outlets? 🛍️

🚍 You can use services 21, X22, 23, X24, 25, 26, 31
👍 Under 22's and over 60's travel free with a valid N.E.C

Plan your journey with us➡️ https://ow.ly/1pnI50PsO6W

08/08/2023

Have you downloaded the Eastern Scottish app yet? 📲

📍Purchase tickets before boarding
📍Track your bus live
📍Plan your journey
📍View service updates

🔍 Search ‘McGill's Scotland East’ in the app store or visit ➡️ https://ow.ly/uyRM50PsNGZ

06/08/2023

Monday 7th August Bank Holiday | All services will be operating as normal 🟢

04/08/2023

Planning a family day out? Explore the Scottish Owl Centre and meet owls from all over the world 🦉

👍 Under 22's and over 60's travel free with a valid N.E.C

Plan your journey here➡️ https://ow.ly/x0qh50PsMAB

01/08/2023

With over 2,500 incredible animals from around the world in one place, head over to Edinburgh Zoo for an unforgettable day out 🐧🦒🐼

Plan your journey with us➡️ https://ow.ly/GuHb50Pp9tb

31/07/2023

🚍 Recruitment Open Night - Larbert Depot
📅 Wednesday 2nd August, 4pm until 7pm !
📍 300 Stirling Road, Larbert, FK5 3NJ

In the meantime, check out our careers page ➡️ https://ow.ly/C3uZ50PoQ4h

28/07/2023

Travelling by bus? 🚍

You can use your Scottish Citizen's or Young Person’s National Entitlement Card (NEC) on all our services to get you where you need to be for FREE.

Follow this link for more information ➡️ https://ow.ly/APsy50Pn9Ag

27/07/2023

Flexible shifts, competitive hourly rates, and benefits, including free travel for you and your partner. Come along for a chat about our exciting opportunities.

📍27th July
📍The Wintergarden Café, The Centre, Livingston
📍4pm-6pm

26/07/2023

We're looking for PCV drivers to join the team in Livingston

🟢 Competitive salary
🟢 Free bus travel for you and your partner
🟢 Brand-new uniform
🟢 Pension scheme

Find out more ➡️ https://ow.ly/Of7O50PlHwZ

24/07/2023

Barbie or Oppenheimer? Or both 🍿🎬

Plan your journey to the cinema with us ➡️ https://ow.ly/zkNN50PjkUA

21/07/2023

Friday night plans secured with Paradise Island Adventure Golf in Livingston ⛳

Plan your journey with us: https://ow.ly/qbGp50PhIGV

20/07/2023

All the features you need to get from A-B in one place 📱

✅ Mobile tickets
✅ Timetables
✅ Journey planner
✅ Favourites
✅ Live departures
✅ Service updates

Download the McGill's Scotland East app here: https://ow.ly/9tkJ50Ph6wk