6 New Electric Buses Will Transport Passengers To Edinburgh Airport - CleanTechnica

Stagecoach East Scotland has introduced six new fully electric Volvo BZL buses to operate on the JET747 route, which runs between Halbeath Park & Ride in Fife and Edinburgh Airport, covering a 16-mile distance with an average journey time of 40 minutes. This route is heavily used, carrying around 10,000 passengers weekly during peak season, including both airport travelers and staff. These electric buses are the first to provide direct and frequent fully electric service between Fife and Edinburgh Airport terminals, complementing other electric services like Ember’s coach and tram connections. The move to fully electric buses aligns with Stagecoach’s broader strategy to reduce carbon emissions, improve air quality, and offer a quieter, more comfortable ride. The new buses will be charged at the Dunfermline depot, which has supported a fully electric city network since early 2023, with additional charging infrastructure planned at Halbeath Park & Ride. Across Scotland, Stagecoach operates over 150 fully electric buses and