What is the cheapest way to get from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The cheapest way to get from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

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

Is there a direct bus between Royal Mile and Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

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 Royal Mile and Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Picardy Place and arriving at Edinburgh Airport. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The distance between Royal Mile and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is 7 miles. The road distance is 8.1 miles.

How do I travel from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) without a car?

The best way to get from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) without a car is to train and tram which takes 25 min and costs £12 - £15.

How long does it take to get from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

It takes approximately 25 min to get from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Airport (EDI), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Royal Mile to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) bus from?

Royal Mile to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Waverley Bridge station.

Where do I catch the Royal Mile to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) train from?

Royal Mile to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Royal Mile to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) bus arrive?

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

Where does the Royal Mile to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) train arrive?

Royal Mile to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Gateway station.

Can I drive from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

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

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

There are 3086+ hotels available in Edinburgh Airport (EDI).

Can I share a ride from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

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

Royal Mile to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 6 ways to travel via train, and tram

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There are 6 ways to get from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) by train, tram, bus, taxi, rideshare, 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
25 min
£12–14
Drive 8.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)car 8.1 mi
19 min
£2–3
Line 100 bus
1. Take the bus from Waverley Bridge to Terminalbus 100
35 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)taxi 8.1 mi
19 min
£55–70
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Royal Mile to Edinburgh-EDIrideshare 8.1 mi
19 min
£30–40
Tram
1. Take the tram from Picardy Place to Edinburgh Airporttram T50
49 min
£10

Royal Mile to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) by foot, train, and tram

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Distance: 7.4 mi
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Royal Mile, Scotland and Edinburgh Airport (EDI), 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 Picardy Place to Edinburgh Airport every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £10 and the journey takes 38 min.

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