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Lost something on public transport?

How to track down an item left on a bus, train, tram, or taxi by contacting the right transport operator.

Items left on buses, trains, trams, and taxis around Edinburgh are usually handed in to the operator's lost property team — the trick is contacting the right one quickly.

  1. Identify the operator. Note the route, line, or company and the rough time. Each operator runs its own lost property process.
  2. Submit a lost property report. Use the operator's online form or phone line as soon as possible; recovered items are logged against your description.
  3. For taxis and rideshare, contact the driver or company directly through your booking or app receipt.
  4. Keep your reference. Save any report number so you can chase it up.
  5. Post a listing. Add a listing for Edinburgh in case a fellow passenger picked it up.

Check the local transport resources below for the operators serving Edinburgh.

Helpful resources for Edinburgh

Recent reports in Edinburgh

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Lost: Two hamsters near Scott Monument, Edinburgh

I was strolling along Princes Street near the Scott Monument around 7:45 PM last night when my two hamsters, Pepper and Noodle, slipped from their travel carrier. They are tiny, with pale fur and bright red harnesses, and they love nibbling on cucumber when they are curious. I am worried because Edinburgh streets are busy and the wind carried them into the crowds. Please respond through the site if you see any small escaped explorers near the Scott Monument.

Near the Scott Monument, Princes Street. 5 days ago
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Missing person inquiry: Yalcin Emirhan, Broxburn

anyone know a yalcin emirhan from broxburn

Edinburgh 8 days ago
Lost Galaxy A17 phone with gold-edged heart cover lost K

Lost Galaxy A17 phone with gold-edged heart cover

Lost my galaxy A17 mobile phone on crammond island on saturday 29/30th August 2026 has black cover with gold edging with a small gold heart in the middle on it . . . . See photo of the same this back cover . . . Thankyou

Edinburgh 11 days ago
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Lost kittens near Grassmarket, Edinburgh

Last night, around 11:30 p.m., I realized my kittens were missing after I stepped out of a late dinner near Grassmarket. I wandered the lanes of Edinburgh, calling their names and peeking under benches by Victoria Street, hoping they’d wander back. My heart is pounding as I think of them huddled somewhere cold or frightened, and I’m trying not to panic. One is a tortoiseshell with a brave little face, the other a fluffy grey tabby—siblings who stick close to each other. If anyone spots them, please keep them safe and tell me through the site; I just want them home.

near Grassmarket, by Victoria Street 14 days ago
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Lost swimsuits in Edinburgh

On a bright Saturday in Edinburgh, around 11:20 AM I realized my swimsuits were missing after a quick dip at Portobello Beach. I laid them out on a blanket near the lifeguard hut and wandered along the promenade, thinking I’d placed them by the water's edge. By the time I reached the Royal Mile later that day, they were nowhere in sight. Those swimsuits were essential for this weekend's plans, and losing them stung more than I expected. If anyone found them around Portobello or near Waverley Station, I’d be grateful to hear they’re safe.

Near Waverley Station 24 days ago
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Lost camera in Edinburgh taxi ride

Hello ,am hoping to find my camera it very important to me it has all my memories.. if someone could find it it would help me.. message me on email: [email protected] i have lost it in Edinburgh Cab Taxi around 4:30 PM to 5:10 PM ( drop off : The blank street coffee ) Hanover street.

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Edinburgh about 1 month ago