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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Princess Street is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Princess Street is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £9.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Princess Street. However, there are services departing from Terminal and arriving at Princess Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Princess Street. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Airport and arriving at Camelon via Edinburgh Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

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

The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Princess Street is 28 miles. The road distance is 23.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Princess Street without a car is to tram and train which takes 1h 19m and costs £19 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Princess Street, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Princess Street train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Edinburgh Park Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Princess Street?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Princess Street is 24 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Princess Street.

Where can I stay near Princess Street?

There are 827+ hotels available in Princess Street.

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

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Princess Street - 5 ways to travel via train

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

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Edinburgh Airport to Edinburgh Park Stationtram T50
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Camelontrain Edinburgh - Dunblane / ...
1h 19m
£20–30
Drive 23.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Princess Streetcar 23.4 mi
31 min
£6–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Air
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princess Streetbus X37 / ...
2h 14m
£12–20
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh-EDI to Princess Streetrideshare 23.4 mi
31 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Princess Streettaxi 23.4 mi
31 min
£50–65

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Distance: 27.6 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Terminal to Princess Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 14m.

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