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Plan your travel in the app with our dedicated journey planner, reliable timetable information and on-map vehicle tracking.

Set your preferences and we’ll map out the most practical routes to get you where you need to be.

Purchase and gift tickets for the entire Lothian & Edinburgh Trams network all in one place thanks to secure, integrated ticketing.

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.

Keep up-to-date on the go with the latest service alerts, plus live arrival times updated every 30 seconds.

When a transport stop is selected on the map, you can now instantly see if there are any disruptions that may affect your travel.

Want to know more? Have a read through some of our frequently asked questions or watch our “How To” videos below.

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Lothian endeavours to provide an inclusive service for bus travel in Edinburgh that is accessible to all. Click below to find out more about our accessibility features in the app.

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Edinburgh’s iconic castle. See the nation’s Crown Jewels, hear the One O’Clock Gun, admire the Great Hall and enjoy views across the city.

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BT Murrayfield is Scotland’s biggest stadium, with a capacity of 67,144. It is the official home of Scottish Rugby.

The towering Roman column Melville Monument in the centre of St Andrew Square garden.

A Victorian Gothic monument dedicated to Scottish author Sir Walter Scott.

Edinburgh’s largest shopping centre, occupying over 850,000 sq. feet.

Her Majesty’s Yacht Britannia is the former yacht of the British Royal Family. Retired in 1997, the yacht can now be visited at Ocean Terminal in Leith.

Camera Obscura & World of Illusions is a five-star, VisitScotland-rated visitor attraction in the heart of Edinburgh and last year it was the 7 th most visited paid attraction in Scotland. Housed in a historic building, it offers visitors the chance to get hands-on with over 100 interactive illusion exhibits and see a demonstration of the 170-year-old Camera Obscura and outstanding panoramic views of the city from the Rooftop Terrace.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can i bring luggage on the tram.

Yes, we have six spacious luggage racks on each tram, including racks for large/bulky suitcases. Please do not block aisles, exits or priority seating areas and do not place luggage on seats.

Can I bring my dog on board?

Yes, dogs can travel free of charge. Please make sure however that your dog is kept on a lead at all times and is kept off the seats.

Is there spaces for wheelchairs or mobility scooters on the tram?

Yes, we have two dedicated spaces for wheelchairs and mobility scooters on every tram, located in the middle carriage of the tram.

Due to space limitations, we can only accommodate up to Class II mobility scooters. There is a permit scheme for mobility scooter users. You can read more on our Tram Accessibility page .

Can I bring my bike on board?

Yes, up to two bicycles may be carried on trams free of charge at the discretion of the Ticketing Services Assistant. Restrictions may apply on all peak services (Monday to Friday 07:30-09:30 & 16:00-18:30) and throughout the Edinburgh International Festival in August or any pre-publicised event. Please board at the centre doors indicated with the bike symbol and follow the instructions from the Ticketing Services Assistant.

What do I do if I’ve lost something on the tram?

Contact our Customer Relations straight away. We will do our best to locate your item and return it to you within the same day. After one week, all lost property is sent to the Lost Property Office . You can contact them directly to arrange pick up.

Can I travel with a buggy/pram?

Yes. We recommend that customers use a smaller, easily foldable buggy where possible. Passengers who board with an unfolded buggy should position it in the buggy space whenever that space is available. If the wheelchair space is needed by a wheelchair user, customers with unfolded buggies are asked to make it available.

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Ticket Vending Machines

Every tram stop has ticket vending machines where you can buy Single, Return and DAYtickets. Our ticket vending machines accept most debit and credit cards including American Express as well as 5p, 10p, 20p, 50p, £1 and £2 coins. No change is given.

Mobile Ticketing

With the official Transport for Edinburgh app , you can buy and load your phone with m-tickets for Edinburgh Trams and Lothian Buses. Your m-tickets can then be activated by scanning the QR code at the tram stop and used as you need them.

Ridacard Season Ticket

With our season ticket Ridacard, the more you travel, the more you save. It’s our best value travel option and you can enjoy unlimited travel 24/7 across the city with Edinburgh Trams and Lothian Buses.

citysmart top-up card

citysmart is the convenient, top-up ticket for tram and bus single journeys.

Available to buy online or from any of our TravelHubs, the citysmart card gives you the freedom to top-up as you go. You can top-up by visiting one of our TravelHubs or on any Lothian Bus.

Scottish National Entitlement Card

Do you hold a Scottish National Entitlement Card? Did the City of Edinburgh Council issue it? If the answer to both questions is yes, you can travel for free on Edinburgh Trams in any zone.

Buy Airport tickets online

Pre-book your tram ticket for easy and quick transfers from Edinburgh Airport to Edinburgh city centre. A range of Airport Single, Open Return and Multi-Day tram tickets available.