🚌 Bus from Gilmerton to Wester Hailes
3 direct routes · about 71 min · first bus 05:14, last bus 23:33 (weekdays).
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Lothian Buses | ~71 min | 78 | 05:14 | 23:33 | Gilmerton Station Road (before) |
| 18 | Lothian Buses | ~29 min | 36 | 04:34 | 00:08 | Burndale Place (opp) |
| X40 | Lothian Country Buses | ~18 min | 14 | 06:49 | 20:27 | Ferniehill Avenue (opp) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Gilmerton 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 Gilmerton to Wester Hailes?
3 routes run directly from Gilmerton to Wester Hailes: the 3 (Lothian Buses), the 18 (Lothian Buses), the X40 (Lothian Country Buses).
How long does the bus take from Gilmerton to Wester Hailes?
Around 71 minutes on the 3, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Gilmerton to Wester Hailes?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 3) leaves around 05:14 and the last around 23:33. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Gilmerton to Wester Hailes?
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.