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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Drumbrae is to line 17 bus which costs £3 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Drumbrae is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs £13 - £16.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Airport Hotel and arriving at Drum Brae Drive. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

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

The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Drumbrae is 4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Drumbrae without a car is to line 17 bus which takes 22 min and costs £3.

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

The line 17 bus from Airport Hotel to Drum Brae Drive takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

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

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Drumbrae bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Drum Brae Drive station.

Where can I stay near Drumbrae?

There are 3085+ hotels available in Drumbrae.

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

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Drumbrae - 5 ways to travel via line 17 bus

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

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Line 17 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Airport Hotel to Drum Brae Drivebus 17
22 min
£3
Tram, line 17 bus
1. Take the tram from Edinburgh Airport to Gogarburntram T50
2. Take the bus from Gogarburn A8 to Drum Brae Drivebus 17
32 min
£12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Drumbraetaxi 4.4 mi
9 min
£13–16
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh-EDI to Drumbraerideshare 4.4 mi
9 min
£45–65
Walk
1. Take the walk from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Drumbraewalk 4.6 mi
1h 28m

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Drumbrae by bus and foot

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Distance: 4.4 mi
Duration: 22 min

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

Lothian operates a bus from Airport Hotel to Drum Brae Drive every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 13 min.

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