Edinburgh (EDI) Airport Taxi Transfer

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The primary option is the Airlink 100 express bus, operated by Lothian Buses. It runs 24/7, with buses every 10 minutes during the day and every 15–20 minutes overnight. The journey takes around 25–30 minutes to reach central stops like Waverley Bridge or St Andrew’s Square. These double-decker buses come with dedicated luggage space, free Wi‑Fi, USB charging, and audio announcements.

For even cheaper or more local travel, Lothian's Skylink services (Routes 17 & 18) also stop at the airport and offer standard city fares (£3.50 single) as part of the regular network.

Alternatively, the Bright Bus Airport Express, run by McGill’s, provides another express service at £5.00 single or £7.00 return, with departures every ~15 minutes and a travel time of 25–30 minutes along similar routes.

The cost of a bus ticket to get from Edinburgh is £5.50 for a single ticket or £8.00 for a return trip.

While there is no direct train station at the airport itself, travelers can use the Edinburgh Trams to easily reach nearby train stations such as Edinburgh Gateway, Edinburgh Park, and Haymarket, with Edinburgh Waverley accessible via a short walk from the St Andrew Square tram stop.

Tram + Train: A Seamless Connection
Trams depart from Edinburgh Airport every 7 minutes between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM, providing a fast and direct link to train stations across the city. You can purchase combined tram + train tickets from vending machines in the airport check-in hall, at any tram stop, in train stations, or online through national rail service providers.
Major Train Stations Accessible via Tram
1. Edinburgh Gateway StationLocated just one tram stop from the airport, Edinburgh Gateway is the perfect departure point for travelers heading to the north of Scotland, with direct train connections to: Fife, Perth, Dundee, Aberdeen, Inverness. (This station is modern, well-signposted, and offers step-free access, making it ideal for travelers with luggage.)
2. Edinburgh Park StationTwo stops away from the airport by tram, Edinburgh Park connects travelers with central and western Scotland, including: Glasgow, Falkirk, Stirling, Dunblane. (Edinburgh Park is often less crowded than Waverley and Haymarket, offering a more relaxed transfer point for regional routes.)
3. Edinburgh Waverley StationAlthough there’s no tram stop directly at Waverley, you can get off at St Andrew Square tram stop, which is just a 5-minute walk from Waverley Station. As the city’s main railway hub, it provides connections to almost every major destination in the UK, including: The Scottish Borders, North East England, London (via LNER or CrossCountry), Other major cities across Scotland (Waverley is ideal for long-distance or intercity train journeys and offers a full range of amenities, including left luggage, shops, food outlets, and step-free access.)

A tram ride from Edinburgh Airport to the city centre costs £7.50 one-way or £9.50 return, with departures every 7 minutes.

A train ticket from Edinburgh Gateway to Glasgow Queen Street costs approximately £14.50 to £17.00, with a journey time of around 55 minutes.

Traveling from Edinburgh Park to Stirling by train takes about 45 minutes and costs between £10.00 and £12.00.

A one-way train from Haymarket to Aberdeen takes around 2.5 hours and typically costs £24.00 to £35.00.

• ScotRail – Regional services across Scotland, including Glasgow, Aberdeen, and Inverness.  

• LNER – High-speed trains to London Kings Cross via the East Coast Main Line. TransPennine Express – Direct services to Manchester Airport.

• Avanti West Coast – Links to Birmingham and destinations along the West Coast Line.

• CrossCountry – Connections to cities such as Leeds, Birmingham, and Plymouth.

Travel time: 25–35 minutes depending on traffic.

Local taxis in Edinburgh are easily accessible directly outside the terminal, at the official taxi rank located on the ground floor of the multi-storey car park, just a short walk from the arrivals area. Fares are metered, and night/weekend rates may apply. Fixed-price quotes are available if booked in advance.

Estimated fare to the city centre (e.g., Waverley Station, Princes Street):
£70–£80 for a standard 4-seater black cab.