Can I use my bus pass on the Edinburgh Airport bus?
Can I use my bus pass on the Edinburgh Airport bus? Tickets can be bought on board the bus. Contactless, Lothian Buses Ridacards and Scottish National Concession passes can be used on Airlink. City singles and Day tickets are not valid on Airlink.
Can you sit in Edinburgh Airport overnight?
Can you stay in Edinburgh airport overnight? Edinburgh airport is open 24 hours a day so it is possible to stay overnight, however, there aren't any designated sleeping areas or many arm-rest free chairs.
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.
Can I use my free bus pass on trains in Scotland?
The card gives holders free bus travel in Scotland and, through the Strathclyde Concessionary Travel Scheme, reduced fares on trains and Subway in the Strathclyde area. If you live on an island or peninsula within Strathclyde you can also receive reduced ferry fares with a Strathclyde Concessionary Travel Ferry Card.
How early do you need to get to the Edinburgh Airport?
What time should I arrive at the airport? Leave those last-minute airport dashes to the big screen! We recommend that you arrive at least two hours before your flight is due to leave.
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.
How much is a taxi from Edinburgh Airport to city Centre?
How to get from Edinburgh Airport to the city centre by taxi. Taking a taxi from Edinburgh Airport to city centre is a very comfortable and quick transfer option. There are no flat-rate fees for the official “black cabs” at Edinburgh Airport, the price is usually around £25 (€29) using a taximeter.
Where do you get the airport bus in Edinburgh?
At Edinburgh Airport: the bus stop is located outside the UK arrivals. In Edinburgh City Centre: the bus stops are located at South St David Street, outside Edinburgh Waverley Train Station.
Do over 60s get free train travel in Scotland?
Some local councils offer over-60 and disabled people free or discounted train travel. Visit the National Rail Enquiries website to check if this is available in your area. Only holders of National Entitlement Cards can get concessionary train travel. Visit Transport Scotland to find out how to apply.
Can I use my pensioners bus pass in Edinburgh?
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.
Can I use my senior bus pass on London buses?
You can get an older person's bus pass when you reach State Pension age, which is currently 66 for both women and men. If you're 60 or over and live in London, then you can get free travel on buses, trains and other modes of transport in and around London with a 60+ London Oyster photocard.
Can I use my senior bus pass in Scotland?
Where you can use your bus pass. Your National Entitlement Card is your bus pass. It gives you the same rights as a full-fare paying passenger. You can use it to travel in Scotland on almost all local and long-distance bus services.
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.
Do pensioners get free rail travel in UK?
You can get an older person's bus pass when you reach State Pension age, which is currently 66 for both women and men. If you're 60 or over and live in London, then you can get free travel on buses, trains and other modes of transport in and around London with a 60+ London Oyster photocard.
Can I use my senior bus pass anywhere in the UK?
Where can I use my bus pass? Your bus pass is valid for use on all registered Bus services within England, so if you are visiting other places you should be able to use your pass. It is not valid in Wales* or Scotland.