About this bus gate
Unusual reversed hours compared to most bus gates — restricted noon to 6am rather than daytime peak hours.
Sourced from the council's bus lane notices page (edinburgh.gov.uk/buslane). Unusual hours — restricted overnight/midday rather than standard peak hours; open to general traffic 6am–noon.
Who can use it
- Buses
- Pedal cycles
- Taxis
Not permitted
- Cars
- Vans
- Motorcycles
- Private hire vehicles
Where exactly is it?
The Shore, southbound, Leith, Edinburgh. View on Google Maps →
Got a PCN from this camera?
Don't panic, and don't ignore it. Pay £50 within 14 days to halve the charge — or if the signage was unclear, the details are wrong, or you had a genuine reason to be in the lane, consider challenging it first. Our step-by-step appeal guide covers the grounds that actually win.
Frequently asked questions
What are the operating times of The Shore bus gate?
The Shore (southbound) Bus Gate in Edinburgh operates noon (12pm) to 6am, every day. Outside these hours, general traffic may use the road normally.
How much is the fine for driving through The Shore bus gate?
City of Edinburgh Council issues a Penalty Charge Notice of £100, reduced to £50 if paid within 14 days. There are no penalty points — it is a civil penalty.
Who is allowed to use The Shore bus gate?
Buses, pedal cycles and taxis are permitted. Not permitted: cars, vans, motorcycles and private hire vehicles.
Can I appeal a PCN from The Shore bus gate?
Yes, and it costs nothing. Challenge the charge with City of Edinburgh Council within 28 days of the date on the notice. If City of Edinburgh Council rejects them it must issue a Notice of Rejection, and you can then appeal free within 28 days of that rejection to the First-tier Tribunal for Scotland (General Regulatory Chamber). Its adjudicators are lawyers independent of the enforcing authority, and their decision is binding on both sides. The grounds that win here are that your vehicle was not in the bus gate during its operating times (Noon–6am daily), that it was an exempt vehicle, or that the approach signage did not give enough warning before the point of no return. Note that paying the £50 discounted rate accepts liability and closes the case, so challenge before you pay.