🚌 Bus from Dalkeith to Birkenside
3 direct routes · about 33 min · first bus 05:15, last bus 23:57 (weekdays).
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48 | Lothian Buses | ~33 min | 48 | 05:15 | 23:57 | Buccleuch Street (at) |
| N3 | Lothian Buses | ~24 min | 4 | 00:40 | 03:42 | Buccleuch Street (at) |
| 4 | Lothian Community Transport | ~33 min | 1 | 12:40 | 12:40 | South Street (at) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Dalkeith on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Dalkeith to Birkenside?
3 routes run directly from Dalkeith to Birkenside: the 48 (Lothian Buses), the N3 (Lothian Buses), the 4 (Lothian Community Transport).
How long does the bus take from Dalkeith to Birkenside?
Around 33 minutes on the 48, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Dalkeith to Birkenside?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 48) leaves around 05:15 and the last around 23:57. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Dalkeith to Birkenside?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.