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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to West Lothian is to bus which costs £1 - £2 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to West Lothian is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs £21 - £26.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Edinburgh Airport and arriving at Broxburn Thistle Business Park. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and West Lothian?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to West Lothian. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Airport and arriving at Uphall via Edinburgh Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36 min.

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

The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and West Lothian is 5 miles. The road distance is 8.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to West Lothian without a car is to bus which takes 17 min and costs £1 - £2.

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

The bus from Edinburgh Airport to Broxburn Thistle Business Park takes 17 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to West Lothian train from?

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

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to West Lothian bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Broxburn Thistle Business Park station.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to West Lothian train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to West Lothian?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to West Lothian is 9 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to West Lothian.

Where can I stay near West Lothian?

There are 2852+ hotels available in West Lothian.

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

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to West Lothian - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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

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1. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport to Broxburn Thistle Business Parkbus Ember
17 min
£1–2
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Edinburgh Airport to Edinburgh Park Stationtram T50
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Uphalltrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
36 min
£12–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to West Lothiantaxi 8.5 mi
14 min
£21–26
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh-EDI to West Lothianrideshare 8.5 mi
14 min
£30–40
Drive 8.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to West Lothiancar 8.5 mi
14 min
£3

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to West Lothian by bus

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Distance: 5.3 mi
Duration: 17 min

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

Ember operates a bus from Edinburgh Airport to Broxburn Thistle Business Park every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 17 min. Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd also services this route hourly.

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