Can I catch a train from Edinburgh Airport?


Can I catch a train from Edinburgh Airport? Taking the train is one of the fastest and most accessible ways of getting into Edinburgh city centre from Edinburgh Airport terminal. This airport is just west of Edinburgh and it's the busiest in Scotland.


Does Edinburgh Airport have a train station?

Although Edinburgh Airport has no train station of its own, it does have strong transport links by bus and tram from train stations in Edinburgh. Connections with the rest of Scotland, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds and London are through Edinburgh City.


How much does a taxi cost from Edinburgh Airport to city Centre?

Edinburgh airport to city centre by Taxi Taxis are a quick and easy way to get to the city centre. The ride takes 25-35 minutes, depending on traffic, and the fare is around £25-40, depending on the distance travelled – airport taxis use a meter rather than operating on a flat rate fee.


How do I pay my tram in Edinburgh?

How do I buy a ticket?
  1. ticket machines on the platforms: pay by coins or card.
  2. mobile app: pre-purchase your tickets and activate before you board.
  3. website: pre-purchase your tickets and display your ticket on your phone.


Can I buy a bus ticket at Edinburgh Airport?

You can find all of our bus stops outside the terminal. Tickets for the Airlink 100, taking you straight to the city centre, can be purchased from the driver as you board using contactless card payment, m-tickets or the exact cash fare.


What is the best way to get from Edinburgh Airport to city Centre?

Taking a taxi is the most stress-free way of travelling from Edinburgh airport to the city centre. This can be especially useful if you are with a large group of people. You can pre-book an Edinburgh airport taxi here.


Do Edinburgh trams run 24 hours?

Timetables. From York Place, trams run from 5:29 am until 11:08 pm. The first tram leaves from the airport at 6:15 am and the last one leaves at 10:45 pm. Trams operate every 8 – 10 minutes from Monday to Saturday and every 12 – 15 minutes on Sunday.


Are Edinburgh Trams free for over 60s?

60 and over The NEC card entitles you to free bus travel across Scotland, and also on trams if your card was issued by the City of Edinburgh Council.


What transport is available from Edinburgh Airport to city centre?

There is a direct tram service that runs from Edinburgh airport to the city centre during the day time. There's also a shuttle bus between Edinburgh and the airport that operates 24 hours a day. Finally, private transfers offer the most comfortable and stress-free way of travelling.


How often do buses run to Edinburgh Airport?

Airlink (service 100) express bus The route to and from the airport runs 24 hours a day every 10 minutes approximately. For more information, check out the Lothian bus official website.


Can you get a tram from Edinburgh Airport to city Centre?

There is a direct tram service that runs from Edinburgh airport to the city centre during the day time. There's also a shuttle bus between Edinburgh and the airport that operates 24 hours a day.


Can I use my free bus pass on Edinburgh Trams?

Trams. You can travel for free on Edinburgh trams if the City of Edinburgh Council issued your bus pass. You cannot use bus passes issued by other councils on tram services, unless you are blind or visually impaired.