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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Merchant City is to bus which costs £7 - £15 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Merchant City is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £9 - £14.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Merchant City?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Merchant City. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Airport and arriving at Glasgow Queen Street via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

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

The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Merchant City is 40 miles. The road distance is 39.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Merchant City without a car is to bus which takes 1h 2m and costs £7 - £15.

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

The bus from Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station takes 1h 2m including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Merchant City bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Merchant City train from?

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

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Merchant City bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Merchant City train arrive?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Merchant City train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Merchant City?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Merchant City is 39 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Merchant City.

How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Merchant City?

Book your Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Merchant City bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Merchant City?

There are 1573+ hotels available in Merchant City.

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

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Merchant City - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Air
1h 2m
£7–15
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Edinburgh Airport to Haymarkettram T50
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
1h 21m
£18–50
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh-EDI to Merchant Cityrideshare 39.2 mi
43 min
Drive 39.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Merchant Citycar 39.2 mi
43 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Merchant Citytaxi 39.2 mi
43 min
£130–160

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Distance: 39.8 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

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

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £7–15 and the journey takes 1h 2m.

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