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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is to line 100 bus which costs £3 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £55 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Edinburgh Airport?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from George Street and arriving at Terminal. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Edinburgh Airport?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Princes Street and arriving at Edinburgh Airport. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport?

The distance between Edinburgh and Edinburgh Airport is 8 miles. The road distance is 8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport without a car is to line 100 bus which takes 28 min and costs £3.

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

The line 100 bus from George Street to Terminal takes 28 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from George Street station.

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

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport train arrive?

Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Edinburgh Airport station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is 8 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport?

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh Airport?

There are 2891+ hotels available in Edinburgh Airport.

Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport - 4 ways to travel via line 100 bus, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport by bus, tram, taxi, or car

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Line 100 bus
best
1. Take the bus from George Street to Terminalbus 100
28 min
£3
Drive 7.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airportcar 7.9 mi
19 min
£2–3
Tram
1. Take the tram from Edinburgh Princes Street to Edinburgh Airporttram Edinburgh York Place - Edinburgh Airport
34 min
£10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airporttaxi 7.9 mi
19 min
£55–70

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Distance: 7.9 mi
Duration: 28 min

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

Lothian operates a bus from George Street to Terminal every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from Edinburgh Princes Street to Edinburgh Airport every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £6–10 and the journey takes 32 min.

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