Bus and tram passengers in Edinburgh and Lothians are facing a 10% fares increase from next month. Lothian Buses and Edinburgh Trams have announced adult single fares are to go up from £2 to £2.20 while a child's ticket will cost £1.

FARE prices for Edinburgh’s trams and buses are set to rise by 10% next month, it has been announced. The City of Edinburgh Council, who operates the trams along with Lothian Buses, said the increase in fares reflects the growing operational costs over the last two years.

The last fare review took place in April 2023 but those behind the services have argued their costs have risen ‘significantly’ in that period.