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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Silverknowes is to line 17 bus which costs £3 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Silverknowes is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs £16 - £20.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Airport Hotel and arriving at Hillpark Steps. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

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

The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Silverknowes is 5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Silverknowes without a car is to line 17 bus which takes 20 min and costs £3.

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

The line 17 bus from Airport Hotel to Hillpark Steps takes 20 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Silverknowes bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Airport Hotel station.

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Silverknowes bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Hillpark Steps station.

Where can I stay near Silverknowes?

There are 3100+ hotels available in Silverknowes.

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

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Silverknowes - 4 ways to travel via line 17 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Silverknowes by bus, taxi, rideshare, or foot

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Line 17 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Airport Hotel to Hillpark Stepsbus 17
20 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Silverknowestaxi 6.1 mi
13 min
£16–20
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh-EDI to Silverknowesrideshare 6.1 mi
13 min
£45–65
Walk
1. Take the foot from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Silverknoweswalk 6.2 mi
1h 59m

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Silverknowes by bus

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Distance: 5.4 mi
Duration: 20 min

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

Lothian operates a bus from Airport Hotel to Hillpark Steps every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 20 min.

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