48
Musselburgh ↔ Birkenside Bus Times
05:35
25 minTerminus 06:4006:15
65 minTerminus 07:2406:49
99 minTerminus 08:0307:19
129 minTerminus 08:3507:44
154 minTerminus 09:0208:14
184 minTerminus 09:37SATURDAY · 36 services05:05 — 23:14
The 48 bus runs between Musselburgh and Birkenside, operated by Lothian Buses. This route has 90 stops. Some cloud and 11°C for the next bus at 05:35. A light jacket should be enough.
Number 48 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Accessibility: Drivers and staff receive training on disabilities. Buses prioritize safety and accessibility features. A dedicated Accessibility and Inclusion Officer handles queries via
[email protected]. National Entitlement Card holders travel free on day services.
Fares & Tickets
ContactlessCash
Daily cap 5.70, weekly cap 26.50 via TapTapCap on Lothian Buses day services
Ticket Types
Lothian Buses Single AdultLothian Buses Single Child (5-15)City Day AdultCity Day Child (5-15)City LateNetwork Adult
Passes through:
MusselburghStoneybankNewcraighallNiddrieCraigmillarEdmonstoneEdinburgh Royal InfirmaryLittle FranceMoredunDanderhallDalkeithKippielawEasthousesMayfieldBryansNewtongrangeGowkshillGreenhallHunterfieldArnistonGorebridgeBirkenside
Where does the 48 bus stop?
The 48 serves 90 stops passing through Musselburgh, Stoneybank, Newcraighall, Niddrie, Craigmillar, Edmonstone, Edinburgh Royal Infirmary, Little France, Moredun, Danderhall, Dalkeith, Kippielaw, Easthouses, Mayfield, Bryans, Newtongrange, Gowkshill, Greenhall, Hunterfield, Arniston, Gorebridge and Birkenside. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 48 run on weekends?
Yes, the 48 runs on Saturdays and Sundays. The weekend timetable may have fewer departures than weekdays - use the day tabs above to compare.
Can I use a bus pass on the 48?
Up to 3 children under 5 travel free with fare-paying adult. Children aged 5-15 pay child fares. National Entitlement Card or Young Scot Card holders travel free on day services.
Does the 48 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 48. On bank holidays, most operators run a Sunday or reduced service. Contact Lothian Buses to confirm bank holiday arrangements.
Sources:
Bus Open Data Service (BODS) for timetable and route data · www.lothianbuses.com for operator information
NOC: LOTH
Valid from 09 Mar 2026 to 18 May 2027
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 28 Mar 2026
This route serves 90 bus stops across 22 areas.