What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Balerno?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Balerno is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Balerno?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Balerno is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs £19 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Balerno?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Balerno. However, there are services departing from Terminal and arriving at Balerno High School via Muirend Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Balerno?

The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Balerno is 10 miles. The road distance is 7.8 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Balerno without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Balerno without a car is to line 18 bus and line 44 bus which takes 49 min and costs £6.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Balerno?

It takes approximately 49 min to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Balerno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Balerno bus from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Balerno bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Terminal station.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Balerno bus arrive?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Balerno bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Viewfield Road station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Balerno?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Balerno is 8 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Balerno.

Where can I stay near Balerno?

There are 2897+ hotels available in Balerno.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Balerno?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Balerno. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Balerno - 5 ways to travel via line 18 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Balerno by bus, taxi, rideshare, car, or tram

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Line 18 bus, line 44 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal to Viewfield Roadbus 18
2. Take the bus from Muirend Avenue to Balerno High Schoolbus 44 / ...
49 min
£5
Drive 7.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Balernocar 7.8 mi
13 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Balernotaxi 7.8 mi
13 min
£19–24
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh-EDI to Balernorideshare 7.8 mi
13 min
£30–40
Tram, line 32 bus
1. Take the tram from Edinburgh Airport to Edinburgh Park Stationtram T50
2. Take the bus from Hermiston Gait Retail Park to Lovedale Roadbus 32
1h 6m
£12

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Distance: 10.1 mi
Duration: 49 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh Airport (EDI), Scotland and Balerno, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Terminal to Balerno High School via Viewfield Road and Muirend Avenue in around 49 min.

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