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


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 I need cash for taxi in Edinburgh?

Some taxis in Edinburgh now accept card payments. To find out if they do, you can look for a sign on the taxi's window or you can simply ask your driver. Tipping in Edinburgh is not a requirement, and is not very frequent, however, you can always round up the final price.


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.


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.


Do I have to pre order a taxi from the Edinburgh Airport?

Booking and operation The rank is operated by Capital Cars, who provide both black cabs and private hires. You can make a booking ahead of time or when you arrive at the rank,. A booking will be taken when using a private hire to ensure compliance with the City of Edinburgh Council's licensing rules.


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.


How many days do you need in Edinburgh?

How long should you spend in Edinburgh? Two days in Edinburgh is the ideal amount of time to see the main city highlights. If you want a more relaxed visit, that includes a few museums or specialty tours, then I would recommend at least three days or more.