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Edinburgh Airport (Formerly Turnhouse) to City Centre: Travel Times

Turnhouse Airport was the former name of Edinburgh Airport (EDI), located 8 miles (13 km) west of Edinburgh city centre. Travel times vary by mode and traffic:

Transport Options

Key Tips

  • Tram = best balance of cost, reliability, frequency
  • Airlink 100 = fastest bus (limited stops)
  • Peak traffic: 7:30–9:30 AM, 4:30–6:30 PM adds 10–15 min
  • Edinburgh Festival (Aug): All transport busy; book tram/bus ahead via app
  • Night arrival: Tram runs until ~23:30; NightBus N100 hourly; taxi only option post-midnight

Accessibility

  • All modes wheelchair accessible
  • Tram: level boarding, priority spaces
  • Bus: low-floor, ramps
  • Taxi: request accessible vehicle

Edinburgh Airport is Scotland's busiest (14M+ pax pre-COVID). Plan 60+ min for security/immigration on departure.

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    ModeTimeFrequencyCost (Approx.)Notes
    Taxi / Rideshare20–30 minOn demand£25–£35Direct; luggage ease; peak surcharges
    Tram (Edinburgh Trams)35–40 minEvery 10 min (peak), 15 min (off-peak)£7.50 adultAirport → York Place (city centre); reliable
    Bus: Airlink 10030–35 minEvery 10 min (day), 30 min (night)£5 single, £8 returnExpress; Waverley Bridge stop
    Bus: Skylink 200/300/40035–50 minEvery 15–30 min£4.50Multiple city stops; cheaper
    Rental Car / Own Car20–25 minVia A8 / Glasgow Rd£30–£60/day + fuelParking in city: £15–£30/day