What is the cheapest way to get from The Shore to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The cheapest way to get from The Shore to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is to line 17 bus which costs £3 and takes 44 min.

What is the fastest way to get from The Shore to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The fastest way to get from The Shore to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £65 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between The Shore and Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sandport Street and arriving at Terminal. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

Is there a direct train between The Shore and Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from The Shore and arriving at Edinburgh Airport. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from The Shore to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The distance between The Shore and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is 13 miles. The road distance is 10.2 miles.

How do I travel from The Shore to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) without a car?

The best way to get from The Shore to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) without a car is to line 17 bus which takes 44 min and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from The Shore to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The line 17 bus from Sandport Street to Terminal takes 42 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the The Shore to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) bus from?

The Shore to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Sandport Street station.

Where do I catch the The Shore to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) train from?

The Shore to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from The Shore station.

Where does the The Shore to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) bus arrive?

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

Where does the The Shore to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from The Shore to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

Yes, the driving distance between The Shore to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is 10 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from The Shore to Edinburgh Airport (EDI).

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

There are 3095+ hotels available in Edinburgh Airport (EDI).

Can I share a ride from The Shore to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

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

The Shore to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 8 ways to travel via line 17 bus

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There are 8 ways to get from The Shore to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) by bus, tram, taxi, rideshare, or car

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Line 17 bus
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1. Take the bus from Sandport Street to Terminalbus 17
44 min
£3
Tram
1. Take the tram from The Shore to Edinburgh Airporttram T50
50 min
£10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from The Shore to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)taxi 10.1 mi
22 min
£65–85
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from The Shore to Edinburgh-EDIrideshare 10.1 mi
22 min
£30–40
Drive 10.1 mi
1. Drive from The Shore to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)car 10.1 mi
22 min
£3–4
Tram via Foot of the Walk
1. Take the tram from Foot of the Walk to Edinburgh Airporttram T50
54 min
£10
Tram via Ocean Terminal
1. Take the tram from Ocean Terminal to Edinburgh Airporttram T50
1h 3m
£10
Line 17 bus via Ocean Terminal
1. Take the bus from Ocean Terminal to Terminalbus 17
1h 4m
£3

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Distance: 12.9 mi
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between The Shore, Edinburgh, Scotland and Edinburgh Airport (EDI), Scotland?

Lothian operates a bus from Sandport Street to Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from The Shore to Edinburgh Airport every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £10 and the journey takes 47 min.

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