🚌 Bus from Edinburgh West End to Gilmerton
3 direct routes · about 38 min · first bus 04:47, last bus 23:36 (weekdays).
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Lothian Buses | ~38 min | 81 | 04:47 | 23:36 | Shandwick Place (Stop SA) |
| 11 | Lothian Buses | ~36 min | 79 | 05:42 | 23:50 | Lothian Road (Stop XE) |
| X31 | Lothian Buses | ~36 min | 3 | 16:38 | 17:38 | Shandwick Place (Stop SA) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Edinburgh West End 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 Edinburgh West End to Gilmerton?
3 routes run directly from Edinburgh West End to Gilmerton: the 3 (Lothian Buses), the 11 (Lothian Buses), the X31 (Lothian Buses).
How long does the bus take from Edinburgh West End to Gilmerton?
Around 38 minutes on the 3, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Edinburgh West End to Gilmerton?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 3) leaves around 04:47 and the last around 23:36. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Edinburgh West End to Gilmerton?
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.