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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Links is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Links is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs £65 - £80.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Links. However, there are services departing from Terminal and arriving at Somerset Place via Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Leith Links?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Airport and arriving at Foot of the Walk. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

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

The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Leith Links is 9 miles. The road distance is 9.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Links without a car is to tram which takes 52 min and costs £10.

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

The tram from Edinburgh Airport to Foot of the Walk takes 47 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Links train from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Links train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from Edinburgh Airport station.

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Links bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Hanover Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Links train arrive?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Links train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Foot of the Walk station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Links?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Links is 10 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Links.

Where can I stay near Leith Links?

There are 3011+ hotels available in Leith Links.

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

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Links - 5 ways to travel via tram

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

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Edinburgh Airport to Foot of the Walktram T50
52 min
£10
Drive 9.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Linkscar 9.8 mi
26 min
£3–4
Line 100 bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal to Hanover Streetbus 100
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Somerset Placebus 1
53 min
£5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Linkstaxi 9.8 mi
26 min
£65–80
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh-EDI to Leith Linksrideshare 9.8 mi
26 min
£30–40

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Distance: 8.8 mi
Duration: 52 min

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

Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from Edinburgh Airport to Foot of the Walk every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £10 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal to Leith Links via Hanover Street, Princes Street, and Somerset Place in around 53 min.

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