How to get from Edinburgh Airport to Edinburgh city centre
High confidenceChecked May 2026
Take the Edinburgh Tram or Airlink 100 bus — both reach the city centre for ~£6.50–£7.50.
Best options
Best overall
Edinburgh Tram direct to Princes Street / St Andrew Square.
Cheapest safe
Skylink night bus (N400/N200) for late arrivals.
Best at night
Airlink 100 runs frequently; Skylink overnight.
With luggage / kids
Tram and Airlink both have luggage space.
Taxi fare
Official black taxi roughly £25–£35 to central Edinburgh. Fares vary with traffic.
Ride-hailing
Uber and Bolt both operate — designated zone outside arrivals.
available
Public transport
Edinburgh Tram, Airlink 100, Skylink night services.
Compare your options — EDI → Edinburgh city centre
Distance ~12 km, typical journey 25–35 min.
| Option | Typical fare | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Public transport | Edinburgh Tram, Airlink 100, Skylink night services. | Cheapest safe option |
| Official taxi | Official black taxi roughly £25–£35 to central Edinburgh. Fares vary with traffic. | Late arrivals, heavy luggage |
| Ride-hailing | Uber and Bolt both operate — designated zone outside arrivals. | available |
After landing — step by step
- 1Exit arrivals, follow signs to Tram / Buses
- 2Tap contactless on the tram or buy on the Airlink machine
Scam warnings
Unofficial 'transfer' offers inside arrivals
Avoid this
- • Anyone offering a private 'transfer' in arrivals
Frequently asked
Q.How much is a taxi from Edinburgh Airport to Edinburgh city centre?
Official black taxi roughly £25–£35 to central Edinburgh. Fares vary with traffic.. Always confirm the fare or that the meter is on before pulling away. Watch for: Unofficial 'transfer' offers inside arrivals.
Q.What is the cheapest safe way from EDI to Edinburgh city centre?
Skylink night bus (N400/N200) for late arrivals.
Q.Does Uber or ride-hailing work at Edinburgh Airport?
Uber and Bolt both operate — designated zone outside arrivals.
Q.What's the best way from EDI to Edinburgh city centre at night?
Airlink 100 runs frequently; Skylink overnight.
Q.What scams should I watch for going from EDI to Edinburgh city centre?
Top reported: Unofficial 'transfer' offers inside arrivals. Use the official taxi rank, never accept a fare from someone approaching you in arrivals.
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