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Scotsman
18 hours ago
- Business
- Scotsman
New Edinburgh to Glasgow bus launches multi-stop service running every 30 minutes
A new Edinburgh to Glasgow bus is set to launch next month, providing a multi-stop service every 30 minutes. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... FlixBus, which launched a direct Edinburgh to London Heathrow bus earlier in the month, will start the new service on Monday, July 7, with several new stops added across the capital to improve local travel options. In addition to its central Edinburgh Bus Station stop, the new service will call at Princes Street, Haymarket Station, Edinburgh Zoo, Corstorphine Drum Brae, Ratho Station, and Ingliston Park and Ride. The bus service, which is set to run every 30–35 minutes, will also connect Livingston, Harthill and Newhouse Park and Ride before arriving in Glasgow's Buchanan Bus Station. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad And similar to the direct service between Edinburgh and Heathrow Airport, the new service offers free travel for Young Scot under 22s, over 60s with a bus pass and anyone with a National Entitlement Card. FlixBus is launching a new multi-stop bus service between Edinburgh and Glasgow | FlixBus Andreas Schorling, senior managing director of FlixBus UK, said: 'The launch of this route marks the next phase of our growth journey in Scotland, providing a service tailored to the needs of local people, offering a fantastic customer experience through our constant focus on passengers. 'Adding these destinations will bring convenient, frequent FlixBus journeys to those living outside of city centres, perfect for everyone from commuters to university students and day trips.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Full route stop list: Glasgow's Buchanan Bus Station, Newhouse Park and Ride, Harthill Services, Livingston Deer Park, Ratho Station, Ingliston Park and Ride, Corstorphine Drum Brae, Edinburgh Zoo, Haymarket Station, Edinburgh Princes Street, and Edinburgh Bus Station. For more information and to check ticket availability you can visit the FlixBus website.
Daily Record
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Are kids allowed in TRNSMT? Age restrictions ahead of festival
Festival goers must prove they are above the minimum age requirement before being allowed entry to TRNSMT. TRNSMT, one of Scotland's biggest and most popular festivals will take place from Friday, July 11 to Sunday, July 13. A-list artists including 50 Cent, Biffy Clyro and Snow Patrol will all headline this year's event at Glasgow Green, which usually sees around 150,000 attendees across the weekend. The TRNSMT festival has been running since 2017, and is widely considered a replacement for the iconic discontinued festival T in the Park, which last took place in 2016. But as TRNSMT looms, questions are rising on the rules that have been put in place for the massive music event, including which items are prohibited and the age restrictions for entry onto the site. So, are kids allowed at TRNSMT, and is there a minimum age requirement for entry? Here's everything you need to know. Are kids allowed at TRNSMT? While many Scottish festivals allow parents to bring young kids or even babies with them, everyone under the age of 16 is forbidden from entering the TRNSMT grounds. The festival follows the national Challenge 25 policy, meaning attendees can expect to be asked for ID when entering the festival site or when buying alcohol. The TRNSMT website reads: "A Challenge 25 policy will be in place. You must provide valid, in-date, original photographic ID (no photocopies or expired passports). "Entry to the festival is restricted to those 16+ and bar access is restricted to those 18+.Your ID must clearly resemble you and entry will be denied for false or borrowed IDs, which is a criminal offense. "Security checks will be thorough, and if we cannot quickly verify your ID or resemblance, you may experience delays. "We work with Police Scotland to ensure a robust process and fake IDs will be confiscated and returned to the issuing organisation." Which forms of ID are accepted at TRNSMT? The TRNSMT website shares the following list of accepted IDs: UK/International Driving Licence (Full/Provisional) UK/International Passport PASS card (Young Scot, CitizenCard, My ID Card) with a clear, untampered hologram. If the hologram is damaged, apply for a replacement as it won't be accepted. Also taking to the TRNSMT stage this year are artists including Fontaines D.C., Gracie Abrams, and The Script. Confidence Man, Jamie Webster, Inhaler, Wet Leg and the Kooks will also perform over the weekend. Glasgow Green will see another exciting gig in the run-up to TRNSMT, when rock band Catfish and the Bottlemen take to the stage, supported by Scotland's own The Fratellis plus The Wombats on July 9. TRNSMT was also central to a scandal this year when Irish rap trio Kneecap were pulled from the line-up. The band were axed after member Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh was charged by the UK government with a terror offense after being accused of holding up a flag in support of Hezbollah at a gig last year. However, Kneecap are still due to perform at Glastonbury, and Liam has been released on bail and will appear back in court in August. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
Edinburgh Reporter
16-06-2025
- Business
- Edinburgh Reporter
New coach service to Heathrow Airport
A new daily coach service operated by FlixBus is beginning on Monday between Edinburgh, Glasgow and Heathrow Airport. Passengers can travel direct to and from the UK's busiest airport, with tickets starting at £14.99. The route is intended to offer a seamless, convenient alternative to either having to change trains or park at the airport with coaches arriving and departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station. Andreas Schorling, Senior Managing Director of FlixBus UK, said: 'We launched direct routes to Heathrow from the Midlands earlier this year, which have been hugely popular, so we're delighted to be bringing our affordable, sustainable and reliable airport services to Edinburgh in time for summer. We see this growth as a major step forward in our plans to be the largest coach network in the UK.' With luggage included in the ticket price, free Wi-Fi and the option to book a neighbour-free seat, passengers will travel on on FlixBus's modern vehicles. FlixBus offers free travel for Young Scot under 22s, over 60s with a bus pass and anyone with a National Entitlement Card within Scotland. Tickets are available now at and on the FlixBus app. Like this: Like Related
Scotsman
15-06-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
New direct bus from Edinburgh to Heathrow Airport launches
A new direct bus service that takes passengers from Edinburgh to Heathrow Airport will launch next week in a bid to provide an affordable alternative when travelling to the UK's busiest airport. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Coach travel brand FlixBus will launch the daily service between Edinburgh, Glasgow and Heathrow Airport on Monday June 16. The coach operator said the new direct route 'provides a seamless, convenient alternative to multiple train changes or expensive airport parking, with coaches arriving and departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station.' FlixBus is expanding its UK coach network with a new daily service between Edinburgh, Glasgow and Heathrow Airport | FlixBus Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Andreas Schorling, senior managing director of FlixBus UK, said: 'We launched direct routes to Heathrow from the Midlands earlier this year, which have been hugely popular, so we're delighted to be bringing our affordable, sustainable and reliable airport services to Edinburgh in time for summer.' Ticket prices include luggage allowance, free Wi-Fi and the option to book a neighbour-free seat. FlixBus also offers free travel for Young Scot under 22s, over 60s with a bus pass and anyone with a National Entitlement Card. For more information and to check ticket availability you can visit the FlixBus website.
Scottish Sun
14-06-2025
- Scottish Sun
Major new transport link for Scottish holidaymakers revealed
Tickets are available now Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SCOTS holidaymakers will now be able to travel directly to and from the UK's busiest airport as a brand new transport link launches. Bus operator FlixBus has announced a brand new daily service between Edinburgh, Glasgow and London Heathrow. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 FlixBus is launching a new service between Edinburgh and London Heathrow Credit: Alamy From Monday, June 16, the coach service will run a direct service from the Scots capital to the airport's Central Bus Station. Tickets are available to buy now and start from just £14.99 with luggage included in the price. There's also free Wi-Fi onboard and the option to book a neighbour-free seat. The route provides a seamless link between the cities - without the hassle of changeovers or expensive airport parking. FlixBus also offers free travel for Young Scot under 22s, over 60s with a bus pass and anyone with a National Entitlement Card. Andreas Schorling, Senior Managing Director of FlixBus UK, said: "We launched direct routes to Heathrow from the Midlands earlier this year, which have been hugely popular, so we're delighted to be bringing our affordable, sustainable and reliable airport services to Edinburgh in time for summer! "We see this growth as a major step forward in our plans to be the largest coach network in the UK." Elsewhere, a major Scottish city is set to get London-style public transport system. Passengers in Edinburgh will soon be able to tap on and off buses and trams using seamless smart ticketing. An integrated fares system, already popular in other major cities, is finally coming to the Scottish capital. Moment man swearing on bus is put in his place by fellow passenger We told previously how Scots with free bus passes are being urged to check the expiry date. National Entitlement Card Renewal forms are no longer being sent to disabled passholders ahead of the expiry date. A renewal can take at least five weeks - users are advised to apply in pleanty plenty of time.
