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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Portlethen is to bus which costs £13 - £18 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Portlethen is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £27 - £40.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Edinburgh Airport and arriving at Portlethen. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

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

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Portlethen. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Airport and arriving at Portlethen via Edinburgh Gateway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

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

The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Portlethen is 119 miles. The road distance is 112 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Portlethen without a car is to bus which takes 3h and costs £13 - £18.

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

The bus from Edinburgh Airport to Portlethen takes 3h including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Portlethen bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Edinburgh Airport station.

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Portlethen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Gateway station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Portlethen?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Portlethen is to bus which takes 3h and costs £13 - £18. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £110 and takes 3h 29m.

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Portlethen bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Portlethen station.

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Portlethen train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Portlethen station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Portlethen is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Portlethen.

Where can I stay near Portlethen?

There are 647+ hotels available in Portlethen.

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

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

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Portlethen by bus, train, rideshare, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport to Portlethenbus Ember
3h
£13–18
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Gateway to Portlethentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
3h 29m
£60–104
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh-EDI to Portlethenrideshare 111.4 mi
2h 1m
Drive 111.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Portlethencar 111.4 mi
2h 1m
£28–40
Bus via Dundee
1. Take the bus from Terminal to Malmaisonbus Fly
2. Take the bus from Overgate to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091 / ...
3h 30m

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Portlethen by bus

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Distance: 118.7 mi
Duration: 3h

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

Ember operates a bus from Edinburgh Airport to Portlethen hourly. Tickets cost £13–18 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Gateway to Portlethen twice a week. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 22m.

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