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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Mile is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Mile is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £55 - £70.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal and arriving at Waverley Bridge. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Airport and arriving at Picardy Place. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

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

The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Royal Mile is 7 miles. The road distance is 8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Mile without a car is to tram and train which takes 33 min and costs £11 - £15.

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

It takes approximately 33 min to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Mile, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Mile bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Waverley Bridge station.

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Mile train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Edinburgh Gateway station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Mile?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Mile is 8 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Mile.

Where can I stay near Royal Mile?

There are 2997+ hotels available in Royal Mile.

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

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Mile - 6 ways to travel via train, and tram

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

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Edinburgh Airport to Edinburgh Gatewaytram T50
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Gateway to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Leven - Edinburgh / ...
33 min
£12–14
Drive 8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Milecar 8 mi
20 min
£2–3
Line 100 bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal to Waverley Bridgebus 100
38 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Miletaxi 8 mi
20 min
£55–70
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh-EDI to Royal Milerideshare 8 mi
20 min
£30–40
Tram
1. Take the tram from Edinburgh Airport to Picardy Placetram T50
49 min
£10

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Royal Mile by bus and foot

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Distance: 7.3 mi
Duration: 33 min

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

Lothian operates a bus from Terminal to Waverley Bridge every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from Edinburgh Airport to Picardy Place every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £10 and the journey takes 38 min.

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