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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport is to line 909 bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £55 - £70.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Waverley Bridge and arriving at Terminal. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

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

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?

The distance between Edinburgh Waverley and Edinburgh Airport is 7 miles. The road distance is 8.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport without a car is to train and tram which takes 22 min and costs £12 - £15.

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

It takes approximately 22 min to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport bus arrive?

Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Terminal station.

Where does the Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport train arrive?

Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Gateway station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport is 8 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Airport?

There are 3099+ hotels available in Edinburgh Airport.

Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport - 7 ways to travel via train, and tram

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There are 7 ways to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airport 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
22 min
£12–14
Line 909 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Terminalbus 909
40 min
£1–3
Line 100 bus
1. Take the bus from Waverley Bridge to Terminalbus 100
28 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airporttaxi 8.3 mi
20 min
£55–70
Drive 8.3 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Airportcar 8.3 mi
20 min
£2–3
Line 100 bus via Airport Hotel
1. Take the bus from Waverley Bridge to Airport Hotelbus 100
35 min
£3
Tram
1. Take the tram from St Andrew Square to Edinburgh Airporttram T50 / ...
42 min
£10

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Distance: 7.2 mi
Duration: 22 min

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

Lothian operates a bus from Waverley Bridge to Terminal every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 28 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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