1. Bus
Bus 100 Airlink
You can travel from the airport easily, by using the Airlink 100 Express Bus, the most direct route to the city centre, terminating at Waverley Bridge. Your journey will take about 25 minutes, as it is an express route, only stopping at limited locations, including Princes Street and Haymarket.
Airlink Bus 100 tariffs:
Airlink Bus 100 tariffs:
Adult: £6 single/ £8.50 open return
Child (5-15 years): £3 single/ £4.25 open return
Family (up to 2 adults and 3 children): £22 open return
*Up to 3 children under 5 travel free with a fare-paying adult.
You can purchase tickets at the airport from a counter next to the bus stop, or on board from the driver at any other stop. Unlike the other Lothian Buses, drivers are able to give back change if required. You also have the option of purchasing an open return ticket for this service, valid for use on different days.
This bus runs 24 hours a day, but is less frequent through the night (0.00-4.30am)
Other airport bus services
You can also use two other airport bus services, Service 17 and Service 18, which connect the airport to other parts of Edinburgh. Service 17 runs through North Edinburgh and terminates in Leith, while Service 18 serves South Edinburgh. Fares are the same as on the city buses, and both routes only operate during the day.
2. Tram
You can travel around in Edinburgh by using the tram line, which connects the airport to the city centre, with stops along Princes Street before its terminus on Newhaven.
Timetable
The tram is one of the easiest ways to travel between Edinburgh Airport and the city centre, and the line now continues beyond the centre to Leith, Ocean Terminal and Newhaven.
Trams run frequently throughout the day, departing every 7 minutes between 7am and 7pm, and every 10 minutes earlier in the morning and later in the evening.
The first tram of the day departs at 5.20am from Newhaven and 6.30am from the airport. The last tram departs at 10.52pm from the airport and 11.56pm from Newhaven.
Airport tram fares are different from standard city zone fares, so it is best to check the latest official ticket options before travelling. Tickets can be bought, smart cards can be validated, and contactless cards or devices can be tapped on the platform before boarding.
Buying tickets
All tram stops in Edinburgh have ticket machines in the platform, where you can buy single, return or day tickets.
Edinburgh Tram Tariffs
Single ticket
Adult: £7.90
Child (5-15 years): £4
Return tickets
Adult: £9.50
Child (5-15 years): £5.00
Family (two adults and three children): £28.00
Day ticket
*Also valid on Lothian Bus services
Adult: £14
Child (5-15 years): £7
You can buy tickets from the Ticket Vending Machines on the platform, or in advance using the et app or the Bus & Tram app.
You can also use a contactless card or device to Tap On before boarding and Tap Off when you reach your destination.
If you are using a smartcard or concession pass, you must validate it on the platform before boarding.
If you Tap On but forget to Tap Off, you may be charged an Airport fare. If you board without a valid ticket, smartcard validation, or Tap On, you may be charged the £10 on-board fare.
3. Taxi
A taxi from Edinburgh Airport to the city centre is a convenient option if you have heavy luggage, are arriving late, or would prefer a direct journey to your accommodation.
The trip usually takes around 20 to 30 minutes, depending on traffic and your exact destination.
Fares vary depending on the time of day, the route, and any applicable airport charges.
