What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport to Livingston?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport to Livingston is to bus via Livingston which costs £1 - £2 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport to Livingston?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport to Livingston is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs £23 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Airport and Livingston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Edinburgh Airport and arriving at Livingston Ladywell. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Airport and Livingston?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Airport to Livingston. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Airport and arriving at Livingston North via Edinburgh Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Airport to Livingston?

The distance between Edinburgh Airport and Livingston is 10 miles. The road distance is 9.9 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Airport to Livingston without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport to Livingston without a car is to bus which takes 30 min and costs £1 - £4.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Airport to Livingston?

The bus from Edinburgh Airport to Livingston Ladywell takes 30 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport to Livingston bus from?

Edinburgh Airport to Livingston bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Edinburgh Airport station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport to Livingston train from?

Edinburgh Airport to Livingston train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from Edinburgh Airport station.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport to Livingston bus arrive?

Edinburgh Airport to Livingston bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Livingston Ladywell station.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport to Livingston train arrive?

Edinburgh Airport to Livingston train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Edinburgh Park Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Airport to Livingston?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Airport to Livingston is 10 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Edinburgh Airport to Livingston.

Where can I stay near Livingston?

There are 2865+ hotels available in Livingston.

Edinburgh Airport to Livingston - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and tram

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There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh Airport to Livingston by bus, tram, train, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport to Livingston Ladywellbus Ember
30 min
£1–4
Bus via Livingston
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport - Ingliston Park & Ride to Livingstonbus Uk090
35 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 Livingston Northtrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
43 min
£14–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Airport to Livingstontaxi 9.8 mi
13 min
£23–29
Drive 9.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Airport to Livingstoncar 9.8 mi
13 min
£3–4
Line 902 bus
1. Take the bus from Airport Hotel to Fastlinkbus 902
35 min
£1–4

Edinburgh Airport to Livingston by bus

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Distance: 9.9 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh Airport, Scotland and Livingston, Scotland?

Ember operates a bus from Edinburgh Airport to Livingston Ladywell every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 30 min. Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd also services this route hourly.

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