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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Waterloo Street is to bus which costs £7 - £15 and takes 1h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Waterloo Street is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £9 - £14.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Waterloo Street. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Airport and arriving at Glasgow Queen Street via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

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

The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Waterloo Street is 41 miles. The road distance is 40 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Waterloo Street without a car is to bus which takes 1h 13m and costs £7 - £15.

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

The bus from Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station takes 1h 2m including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Waterloo Street train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Haymarket station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Waterloo Street is 40 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Waterloo Street.

How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Waterloo Street?

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Where can I stay near Waterloo Street?

There are 1573+ hotels available in Waterloo Street.

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

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

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

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Air
1h 13m
£7–15
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Edinburgh Airport to Haymarkettram T50
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
1h 30m
£18–50
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh-EDI to Waterloo Streetrideshare 39.8 mi
45 min
Drive 39.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Waterloo Streetcar 39.8 mi
45 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Waterloo Streettaxi 39.8 mi
45 min
£130–160

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Distance: 40.3 mi
Duration: 1h 13m

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

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £7–15 and the journey takes 1h 2m.

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