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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 19 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 Shandwick Place and arriving at Terminal. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Edinburgh Airport?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Princes Street and arriving at Edinburgh Airport. Services depart every five 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 7 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 bus which takes 25 min and costs £1 - £3.

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

The bus from Shandwick Place to Terminal takes 25 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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

Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Shandwick Place station.

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

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

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Airport?

There are 3108+ hotels available in Edinburgh Airport.

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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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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Terminalbus 100
25 min
£1–3
Tram
1. Take the tram from Princes Street to Edinburgh Airporttram T50 / ...
34 min
£10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airporttaxi 7.9 mi
19 min
£55–70
Drive 7.9 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airportcar 7.9 mi
19 min
£2–3

Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport by bus

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Distance: 7.1 mi
Duration: 25 min

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

Lothian operates a bus from Shandwick Place to Terminal every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 25 min. Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from Princes Street to Edinburgh Airport every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £6–10 and the journey takes 32 min.

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