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Edinburgh Airport is located about 12 km from the city center and it is one of the busiest airports in Scotland. The airport is accessible by a variety of transportation alternatives, including taxi, tram, Airlink buses, and rental car.

Airlink Buses

Airlink buses are among the most preferred transportation alternatives to get to the airport from the city center. You can get on the Airlink bus from Waverley Station in the city center and enjoy a convenient ride directly to the airport.

Tram

Another highly preferred method of transportation is the tram. Trams provide convenient and direct access to the airport. You can get on the tram from the York Place or St. Andrew Square stations in the city center and enjoy a 35-minute ride to the airport. Trams run every 8-12 minutes.

Car

Located about 12 km from the city center, Edinburgh Airport is easily accessible by road. The airport is situated on the A8 Glasgow-Edinburgh road and is also accessible by the M8 and M9 motorways from Glasgow and Stirling. The airport’s parking lot features short-term and long-term options; the long-term parking lot is located a short bus ride from the terminal.

Airport Information

Edinburgh Airport features duty free shops where passengers can buy a range of products from perfume to alcohol and chocolate; the options are endless. There are many stores like Kurt Geiger, Jo Malone, and Hugo Boss, where you can buy gifts for your loved ones and enjoy some last minute shopping at affordable prices.

Venues where passengers can get a bite to eat or something to drink include Caffe Nero, Costa, and The Turnhouse. 

Washington Co Airport is located 5 km southeast of the city center. Transportation to the city center from the airport, which is frequently preferred by visitors because of its closeness to the city center, is easily provided.

Metrorail

Metrorail, which consists of intracity rail system, offers service as a clean and safe public transportation system. Thanks to metrorail you will get on from the station located at the airport you will be in the city center in about 25 minutes. For route information, you can get help from the electronic tables found at the stops. You can get your tickets online or from the ticket vending machines found at the stations.

Taxi

Since the distance between the airport and city center is quite short, taxi will be the right choice for you. The fare you will pay for the transportation to the city center from the airport will be 3.5 Dollars per mile. When the number of people is exceeded, you should pay an additional 1 Dollar for each passenger. Taxi is an ideal choice for those wanting a quick travel to the city center without losing time. This option is also very comfortable.

Bus

You can reach the city center in about 20 - 30 minutes by buses which you can take from the station located outside of the airport. You should be sure that you have taken the right bus and analyze bus routes before getting on any bus. You can benefit from the brochures that you can get from the booking offices at the station. These brochures will provide information about the bus routes.

Car Rental

There are many companies at the airport where you can rent a car for going to the city center. You can make a reservation by getting in contact with one of these companies or ask for help from your hotel before your arrival. Those who do not want to lose time with other means of transportation can easily get to the city center by renting a car.