What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport Rail Link?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport Rail Link is to line 100 bus which costs £3 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport Rail Link?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport Rail Link is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £55 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Waverley and Edinburgh Airport Rail Link?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Waverley Bridge and arriving at Airport Hotel. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Waverley and Edinburgh Airport Rail Link?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from St Andrew Square and arriving at Edinburgh Airport. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport Rail Link?

The distance between Edinburgh Waverley and Edinburgh Airport Rail Link is 8 miles. The road distance is 8.5 miles.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport Rail Link bus from?

Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport Rail Link bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Waverley Bridge station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport Rail Link train from?

Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport Rail Link train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport Rail Link?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport Rail Link is 8 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport Rail Link.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Airport Rail Link?

There are 3099+ hotels available in Edinburgh Airport Rail Link.

Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport Rail Link

Q: How do I travel from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport Rail Link without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport Rail Link without a car is to train and tram which takes 29 min and costs £12 - £15.

Q: How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport Rail Link?

It takes approximately 29 min to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport Rail Link, including transfers.

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There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport Rail Link by train, tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Gatewaytrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
2. Take the tram from Edinburgh Gateway to Edinburgh Airporttram T50
29 min
£12–14
Drive 8.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport Rail Linkcar 8.4 mi
21 min
£2–3
Line 100 bus
1. Take the bus from Waverley Bridge to Airport Hotelbus 100
35 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport Rail Linktaxi 8.4 mi
21 min
£55–70
Tram
1. Take the tram from St Andrew Square to Edinburgh Airporttram T50 / ...
49 min
£10

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Distance: 7.6 mi
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh Waverley, Scotland and Edinburgh Airport Rail Link, Scotland?

Lothian operates a bus from Waverley Bridge to Airport Hotel every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from St Andrew Square to Edinburgh Airport every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £6–10 and the journey takes 34 min.

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