What is the cheapest way to get from Leith Links to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The cheapest way to get from Leith Links to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is to line 17 bus which costs £3 and takes 52 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Leith Links to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The fastest way to get from Leith Links to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £70 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Leith Links and Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kirkgate Centre and arriving at Terminal. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Leith Links and Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Foot of the Walk and arriving at Edinburgh Airport. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Leith Links to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The distance between Leith Links and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is 9 miles. The road distance is 10.7 miles.

How do I travel from Leith Links to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) without a car?

The best way to get from Leith Links to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) without a car is to tram which takes 50 min and costs £10.

How long does it take to get from Leith Links to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The tram from Foot of the Walk to Edinburgh Airport takes 45 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Leith Links to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) bus from?

Leith Links to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Kirkgate Centre station.

Where do I catch the Leith Links to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) train from?

Leith Links to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from Foot of the Walk station.

Where does the Leith Links to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) bus arrive?

Leith Links to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Terminal station.

Where does the Leith Links to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) train arrive?

Leith Links to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Edinburgh Airport station.

Can I drive from Leith Links to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

Yes, the driving distance between Leith Links to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is 11 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Leith Links to Edinburgh Airport (EDI).

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

There are 3100+ hotels available in Edinburgh Airport (EDI).

Can I share a ride from Leith Links to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Leith Links and Edinburgh Airport (EDI). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Leith Links to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 6 ways to travel via tram

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There are 6 ways to get from Leith Links to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) by tram, bus, taxi, rideshare, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Foot of the Walk to Edinburgh Airporttram T50
50 min
£10
Line 17 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kirkgate Centre to Terminalbus 17
52 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leith Links to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)taxi 10.6 mi
24 min
£70–90
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Leith Links to Edinburgh-EDIrideshare 10.6 mi
24 min
£30–40
Drive 10.6 mi
1. Drive from Leith Links to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)car 10.6 mi
24 min
£3–4
Line 25 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Duke Street to Shandwick Placebus 25
2. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Terminalbus 100
56 min
£3–5

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Distance: 8.8 mi
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Leith Links, Scotland and Edinburgh Airport (EDI), Scotland?

Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from Foot of the Walk to Edinburgh Airport every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £10 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, Lothian operates a bus from Kirkgate Centre to Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 45 min.

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