Edinburgh Half Marathon TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Walk
The events start at Potterrow. Potterrow is less than a mile from Princes Street.
Cycle
The events start close to the National Cycle Network. For more information please click here.
There is a large capacity cycle storage facility at the Pinkie Road entrance to the finish area, found at what3words location - ///allows.locked.coherent
Event Bus (Participants)
There will be EMF Event Buses operating for the Team Relay, Half Marathon and Full Marathon events for participants and spectators. Park & Ride EMF Event Buses operate between Newcraighall, Straiton, Sheriffhall and Wallyford Park & Ride sites, from which you can travel to the Start or Finish of the events.
Tickets
2026 Ruby Runner Half-Marathon
This is a one way ticket from the finish to Edinburgh City Centre. Valid for HALF MARATHON RUNNERS who want to return to the City Centre.Pick up location: Wallyford Park & Ride (Finish)
Destination: Buccleuch Place, Edinburgh (Start)
Journey time: 40mins to 50mins
Event Bus departure time: There will be a shuttle service available between 10:10 and 12:30. It is just over a mile from the finish area to the bus pick up point at Wallyford Park & Ride. During busy periods you may have a short wait for a bus.
The times stated are a guide and Event Buses may operate up to 20-30 minutes later than the times advertised. Please check the website for any event updates throughout the weekend. Event Bus tickets will be available to download from your MyRunning account around 10 days prior to race day. Please note: Event Bus tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
2026 Sapphire Runner Half-Marathon
Please note that if a location is not available on the drop-down ticket selection, it is SOLD OUT. Do not plan to park and travel from this location.This is a one way ticket from the finish to the park & rides. Valid for HALF MARATHON RUNNERS who want to return to the Park & Rides.
Pick up location: Wallyford Park & Ride (Finish)
Route: Newcraighall Park & Ride > Sheriffhall Park & Ride > Straiton Park & Ride
Journey time: up to 60mins
Event Bus departure time: A shuttle service will operate between 10:00 and 12:30. It is just over a mile from the finish to the Event Bus pick up point at Wallyford Park & Ride. During busy periods you may have a short wait for a bus.
The times stated on this ticket are a guide and buses may run up to 20-30 minutes later than the times advertised. Please check the website for any event updates throughout the weekend. Event Bus tickets will be available for you to download from your MyRunning account around 10 days prior to race day. Please note: Event Bus tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
One ticket per bus passenger is required.
2026 Emerald Runner Half Marathon
Please note that if a location is not available on the drop-down ticket selection, it is SOLD OUT. Do not plan to park and travel from this location.A two journey ticket for HALF MARATHON RUNNERS that allows you to board an Event Bus from the Park & Ride to the start, and from the finish back to the Park & Ride.
Pick up locations: Newcraighall Park & Ride, Sheriffhall Park & Ride and Straiton Park & Ride
Destination 1: Buccleuch Place, Edinburgh City Centre (Start)
Journey time: Approximately 30 minutes
Bus departure times: 06:00-07:00
Pick up location 2 (post race): Wallyford Park & Ride (close to the Finish)
Final destination: Newcraighall Park & Ride -> Sheriffhall Park & Ride -> Straiton Park & Ride
Journey time: up to 60mins
Event Bus departure time: A shuttle service will operate between 10:00 and 12:30. It is just over a mile from the finish to the bus pick up point at Wallyford Park & Ride.
The times stated on this ticket are a guide and buses may run up to 20-30 minutes later than the times advertised. Please check the website for any event updates throughout the weekend. Event Bus tickets will be available for you to download from your MyRunning account around 10 days prior to race day. Please note: Event Bus tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
One ticket per bus passenger is required.
Event Bus (Spectators)
There will be EMF Event Buses operating for the Team Relay, Half Marathon and Full Marathon events for participants and spectators. Park & Ride EMF Event Buses operate between Newcraighall, Straiton, Sheriffhall and Wallyford Park & Ride sites, from which you can travel to the Start or Finish of the events.
Tickets
2026 Emerald Spectator Half-Marathon
Please note that if a location is not available on the drop-down ticket selection, it is SOLD OUT. Do not plan to park and travel from this location.This is a three journey ticket for HALF MARATHON SPECTATORS who want to support the runners at every stage of their event. With this ticket spectators can board an Event Bus at one of the Park & Ride facilities detailed below to be transported to the start. This ticket then allows transport to the finish, before returning back to the Park & Ride.
Pick up locations: Newcraighall Park & Ride, Sheriffhall Park & Ride, Straiton Park & Ride
Destination 1: Buccleuch Place, Edinburgh City Centre (Start)
Journey time: Approximately 30 minutes
Bus departure times: 06:00-07:00
Pick up location: Buccleuch Place, Edinburgh (Start)
Destination 2: Wallyford Park & Ride (Finish)
Journey time: 40mins to 50mins
Bus departure time: Buses leave regularly from 08:00
Pick up location: Wallyford Park & Ride (Finish)
Final Destinations: Newcraighall Park & Ride -> Sheriffhall Park & Ride -> Straiton Park & Ride
Journey time: up to 60mins
Bus departure time: There will be a shuttle service available between 10:00 and 12:30. It is 1.3 miles from the finish to the bus pick up point at Wallyford Park & Ride.
The times stated on this ticket are a guide and Event Buses may run up to 20-30 minutes later than the times advertised. Please check the website for any event updates throughout the weekend. Event Bus tickets will be available for you to download from your MyRunning account around 10 days prior to race day. Please note - Event Bus tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
One ticket per bus passenger is required.
2026 Sapphire Spectator Half-Marathon
Please note that if a location is not available on the drop-down ticket selection, it is SOLD OUT. Do not plan to park and travel from this location.This is a two journey ticket for HALF MARATHON SPECTATORS who want to support the Half Marathon runners at the finish. With this ticket spectators can board an Event Bus from one of the Park & Ride facilities detailed below.
Journey 1:
Pick up locations: Newcraighall Park & Ride, Sheriffhall Park & Ride, Straiton Park & Ride
Destination: Wallyford Park & Ride (close to the Finish)
Departure time: 08:20 - 10:20
Journey 2:
Pick up location: Wallyford Park & Ride (close to the Finish)
Destinations: Newcraighall Park & Ride -> Sheriffhall Park & Ride -> Straiton Park & Ride
Departure time: 10:00 - 12:30
Journey time: Up to 60 minutes
Bus Departure Time: The service will operate from 08:20 until 12:30
It is just over a mle from the finish to Wallyford Park & Ride. During busy periods you may have a short wait for a bus.
The times stated on this ticket are a guide and Event Buses may run up to 20-30 minutes later than the times advertised. Please check the website for any event updates throughout the weekend. Event Bus tickets will be available for you to download from your MyRunning account around 10 days prior to race day. Please note: Event Bus tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
One ticket per bus passenger is required.
2026 Ruby Spectator Half-Marathon
This is a two journey ticket for HALF MARATHON SPECTATORS who want to support the Half Marathon runners throughout their run.Event Buses will leave from the city centre after the start of the EMF Half Marathon and bring supporters to Wallyford Park and Ride, just over a mile from the finish line. After your runner is finished it transports you back to the city centre.
Outward Journey
Pick up location: Buccleuch Place, Edinburgh (Start)
Destination: Wallyford Park & Ride (Finish)
Journey time: 40 - 50 mins
Bus Departure Time: Buses leave regularly from 08:00
Return Journey
Pick up location: Wallyford Park & Ride (close to Finish)
Destination: Buccleuch Place, Edinburgh (Start)
Journey time: 40 - 50 mins
Bus Departure Time: There will be a shuttle service available between 10:00 and 12:30. It is just over a mile from the finish to the bus pick up point at Wallyford Park & Ride. During busy periods you may have a short wait for a bus.
The times stated on this ticket are a guide and Event Buses may run up to 20-30 minutes later than the times advertised. Please check the website for any event updates throughout the weekend. Event Bus tickets will be available for you to download from your MyRunning account around 10 days prior to race day. Please note: Event Bus tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Public Bus
Getting to the Start
East Coast Buses and Lothian Buses operate services to the city centre and close to the start area. Full details are available at eastcoastbuses.co.uk.
If you live in the Cockenzie, Port Seton, Prestonpans areas or are residing at Seton Sands Caravan Park, you can get a Lothian Bus service. Full details are available at lothianbuses.com.
The Finish and getting back to Edinburgh City Centre
Lothian Buses operate services between the finish area at Musselburgh and Edinburgh City Centre. For more information please visit lothianbuses.com.
East Lothian
View the detailed shuttle service PDF HERE.
Train
Getting to the start
The nearest train station is Edinburgh Waverley. It is around a mile from the start at Potterrow.
The finish and getting back to Edinburgh city centre after the event
The nearest train stations are Musselburgh Train Station and Wallyford Train Station. They are both around 1 mile from the finish area. These trains will take you to Edinburgh Waverley. For more information please visit www.scotrail.co.uk
Tram
Edinburgh Trams operates services to the City Centre every 7 minutes from locations such as Edinburgh Airport, Ingliston Park and Ride and Edinburgh Gateway. Further details can be found by visiting Edinburgh Trams.
Princes Street tram stop is around 1 mile from the start area.
Car
There is no event parking in Musselburgh. Parking restrictions will be in place, and Wallyford Park & Ride will not be available. Please plan ahead and use public transport or the EMF Event Buses. Do not travel by car.
The future of this event depends on the support of the local community. Unfortunately, last year illegal parking caused serious disruption, including blocked bus routes and driveways, and pavements made inaccessible for wheelchair users and parents with prams.
Parking in Musselburgh and surrounding areas will be strictly restricted to residents only. This will be actively enforced by marshals, Police Scotland, Edinburgh City Council, East Lothian Council, and EMF organisers.
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Illegally parked vehicles will be fined
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Vehicles causing obstruction or congestion will be towed
Please help us ensure a safe and successful event by planning your travel in advance and choosing one of the many public transport options available.
Road Closures
Road closure information for the 2026 Edinburgh Marathon Festival will be available on this page closer to the event date.
Please note that Police Scotland will be present at the event, and take breaches of the road closures very seriously. Please respect the road closures and do not threaten the safety of our participants and Event Team. We will cleanse and reopen the roads as soon as is safe to do so.
Lothian Buses/ East Coast Buses diversions
For details of diversions for Lothian Buses from Saturday 25th May, please visit the Lothian Bus Service Updates page, and read the 'Edinburgh Marathon from Saturday 25th May' section
View the detailed shuttle service PDF HERE.