🚌 Bus from Wester Hailes to Gilmerton
3 direct routes · about 76 min · first bus 04:21, last bus 23:07 (weekdays).
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Lothian Buses | ~76 min | 81 | 04:21 | 23:07 | Clovenstone Drive (E-bound) |
| 18 | Lothian Buses | ~35 min | 35 | 04:15 | 22:59 | Westside Plaza (Stop 3) |
| X40 | Lothian Country Buses | ~17 min | 14 | 06:17 | 19:21 | Westside Plaza (Stop 3) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Wester Hailes 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 Wester Hailes to Gilmerton?
3 routes run directly from Wester Hailes to Gilmerton: the 3 (Lothian Buses), the 18 (Lothian Buses), the X40 (Lothian Country Buses).
How long does the bus take from Wester Hailes to Gilmerton?
Around 76 minutes on the 3, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Wester Hailes to Gilmerton?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 3) leaves around 04:21 and the last around 23:07. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Wester Hailes 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.