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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Walk is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Walk is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £55 - £75.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Walk. However, there are services departing from Terminal and arriving at Pilrig Street via Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Airport and arriving at McDonald Road. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

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

The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Leith Walk is 9 miles. The road distance is 8.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Walk without a car is to line 100 bus and line 11 bus which takes 43 min and costs £6.

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

It takes approximately 43 min to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Walk, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Walk train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at McDonald Road station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Walk is 9 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Walk.

Where can I stay near Leith Walk?

There are 3011+ hotels available in Leith Walk.

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

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Walk - 5 ways to travel via line 100 bus

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

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Line 100 bus, line 11 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal to Hanover Streetbus 100
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Pilrig Streetbus N16 / ...
43 min
£5
Drive 8.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Walkcar 8.6 mi
22 min
£3
Tram
1. Take the tram from Edinburgh Airport to McDonald Roadtram T50
45 min
£10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leith Walktaxi 8.6 mi
22 min
£55–75
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh-EDI to Leith Walkrideshare 8.6 mi
22 min
£30–40

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Distance: 8.7 mi
Duration: 43 min

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

You can take a bus from Terminal to Leith Walk via Hanover Street, Princes Street, and Pilrig Street in around 43 min. Alternatively, Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from Edinburgh Airport to McDonald Road every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £10 and the journey takes 41 min.

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