Edinburgh Airport to Edinburgh — Transport Guide 2026
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is 13 km west of the Old Town. The Edinburgh Tram runs from the airport terminal directly into Princes Street + York Place. Airlink 100 bus is the alternative — same price, similar journey time.
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Last updated: 2026-07
Cheapest
Lothian Bus 35 (£2)
Fastest
Edinburgh Tram — 30 min
Every transport option compared
Edinburgh Tram (Airport → Princes Street)
metro · Best for: Comfortable + scenic
Cost
£7 single / £8.50 return
Time
30-35 min
Frequency
Every 7-10 min
Terminates at York Place after Princes Street. Buy tickets at machines before boarding.
Airlink 100 Bus
bus · Best for: Direct to Waverley Bridge
Cost
£5.50 single / £8.50 open return
Time
30 min
Frequency
Every 10 min
Stops at major hotels. Cheaper than tram.
Lothian Bus 35
bus · Best for: Cheapest option
Cost
£2 single
Time
55 min
Frequency
Every 20 min
Regular urban bus — takes longer but half the tram price.
Taxi / Uber
taxi · Best for: Late nights + luggage
Cost
£25-40
Time
20-30 min
Frequency
On-demand
Pre-book a fixed-price transfer
No queues, no scam risk. Driver meets you inside arrivals with your name. Price locked before you fly.
Getting out of Edinburgh (EDI)
Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.
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Frequently asked
How far is Edinburgh Airport from Edinburgh?
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is 13 km from Edinburgh city centre.
What is the cheapest way from EDI to Edinburgh?
Lothian Bus 35 (£2)
What is the fastest way from EDI to Edinburgh?
Edinburgh Tram — 30 min