- Distance (approx.)9 miles
- Driving time (approx.)25 minutes
- One way from£80
This is the trip we do most. Families, wedding guests, sports teams and conference groups land at Edinburgh Airport and need to get into town together with their bags. The run to Princes Street is about 9 miles and takes about 25 minutes, longer at rush hour or when there are roadworks on the A8.
For one or two people the tram is fine. For a group with suitcases, a minibus that waits for you and drops at the hotel door saves a lot of hassle.
Prices from
| Vehicle | Large cases | One way | Same-day return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Seater Minibus6 large cases | 6 | from £80 | from £100 |
| 16 Seater Minibus12 large cases | 12 | from £165 | from £190 |
| 24 Seater Minibus16 large cases | 16 | from £275 | from £305 |
| 33 Seater Midi Coach25 large cases | 25 | from £315 | from £345 |
| 53 Seater Coach50 large cases | 50 | from £390 | from £420 |
These are "from" prices for Edinburgh Airport to Edinburgh city centre with a weekday daytime pick-up, worked out from our current rates and updated automatically when they change. The exact price depends on your date, time, group size and exact addresses, and the booking form shows it before you pay. Same-day return prices allow for the driver waiting about 2 hours at Edinburgh city centre.
Pick-up tips
Add your flight number when you book so the driver can follow your flight if it lands early or late. Your confirmation explains where to meet. Going the other way, to the airport, use the swap button on the booking form, and allow at least two hours before an international flight.
Luggage and vehicle sizes
An 8-seat minibus takes up to 8 people and about 6 large cases, which suits most families. Ski bags, golf clubs and pushchairs take extra space, so add them as luggage and the form will only show vehicles that fit.
Distances and driving times on this page are approximate road estimates. Traffic, roadworks and your exact addresses change them.
Questions about this trip
Do you track my flight?
Yes. Put your flight number in the booking and the driver checks the arrival time, so a delayed flight does not leave you without a ride.
Are airport charges included in the price?
Yes. Airport pick-up or drop-off charges are included in the prices on this page and listed as separate lines in the booking form before you pay.
Can you take us to our hotel rather than Princes Street?
Yes. Type your hotel or address in the destination box. The price updates for the exact address.
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