N3
N3 Bus Times – Birkenside ↔ Haymarket
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First tomorrow: 01:12
SATURDAY · 5 services01:12 — 04:12
The N3 bus runs between Birkenside and Haymarket, operated by Lothian Buses. This route has 80 stops.
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:
BirkensideGorebridgeArnistonHunterfieldGreenhallGowkshillNewtongrangeBryansMayfieldEasthousesKippielawDalkeithEskbankMelville NurseryGilmertonMoredunGreenendThe InchNether LibertonNewingtonSouth SideOld TownEdinburghEdinburgh West EndHaymarket
Where does the N3 bus stop?
The N3 serves 80 stops passing through Birkenside, Gorebridge, Arniston, Hunterfield, Greenhall, Gowkshill, Newtongrange, Bryans, Mayfield, Easthouses, Kippielaw, Dalkeith, Eskbank, Melville Nursery, Gilmerton, Moredun, Greenend, The Inch, Nether Liberton, Newington, South Side, Old Town, Edinburgh, Edinburgh West End and Haymarket. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the N3 run on weekends?
Yes, the N3 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 N3?
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 N3 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the N3. On bank holidays, most operators run a Sunday or reduced service. Contact Lothian Buses to confirm bank holiday arrangements.
How do I contact Lothian Buses about the N3?
You can contact Lothian Buses by email at
[email protected] for questions about the N3 bus, including lost property, refunds and service changes.
Sources:
Bus Open Data Service (BODS) for timetable and route data · www.lothianbuses.com for operator information
NOC: LOTH
Valid from 31 Jul 2026 to 28 Aug 2027
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 05 Aug 2026
This route serves 80 bus stops across 25 areas.