What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £55 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal and arriving at Shandwick Place. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Airport and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh bus from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Terminal station.

Where can I stay near Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh?

There are 2996+ hotels available in Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh?

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

Q: What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is to bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 48 min.

Q: How far is it from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh?

The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is 8 miles. The road distance is 8.3 miles.

Q: How do I travel from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh without a car is to bus which takes 48 min and costs £1 - £3.

Q: How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh?

The bus from Terminal to Shandwick Place takes 23 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Q: Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh train from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from Edinburgh Airport station.

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There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh by bus, tram, taxi, rideshare, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal to Shandwick Placebus 100
48 min
£1–3
Tram
1. Take the tram from Edinburgh Airport to Princes Streettram T50 / ...
58 min
£10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburghtaxi 8.3 mi
18 min
£55–70
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh-EDI to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburghrideshare 8.3 mi
18 min
£30–40
Drive 8.3 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburghcar 8.3 mi
18 min
£2–3
Tram via Broughton Street
1. Take the tram from Edinburgh Airport to Edinburgh York Placetram Edinburgh York Place - Edinburgh Airport
59 min
£12

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Distance: 8.1 mi
Duration: 48 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh Airport (EDI), Scotland and Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, Scotland?

Lothian operates a bus from Terminal to Shandwick Place every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 23 min. Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from Edinburgh Airport to Princes Street every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £6–10 and the journey takes 32 min.

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