EDI Airport Transfer | Edinburgh Airport

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is Scotland's busiest airport, handling over 14 million passengers a year and connecting Scotland's capital to a wide network of UK, European and transatlantic routes. Located 13 km west of the city centre, it is served by the Edinburgh Trams line, but the tram terminates at the city end of Princes Street, not at most hotel addresses in the Old Town, the New Town side streets or beyond. A private transfer from LocalsRide delivers you door to door with a fixed price confirmed before you fly.

Transfers start from £40, fixed price, confirmed at booking. No meter, no hidden fees, no surge pricing.

Transfer Times & Distances from EDI

Edinburgh Old Town (Royal Mile): 13 km, approximately 20 to 30 minutes
Edinburgh New Town (Princes Street): 12 km, approximately 18 to 28 minutes
Leith: 16 km, approximately 25 to 35 minutes
Glasgow: 70 km, approximately 60 to 75 minutes
St Andrews: 80 km, approximately 75 to 90 minutes
Inverness: 280 km, approximately 165 to 190 minutes

Why Book a Private Transfer from EDI?

Door to door, the tram reaches Princes Street but not your hotel on the Royal Mile or in the New Town side streets
Fixed price, no meter, confirmed at booking and locked in during the Edinburgh Festival, Hogmanay and all high-demand periods
Flight monitoring + 60 min free wait, driver adjusts for any delay at no extra charge
Meet & greet inside arrivals, driver with your name in the single terminal
Scotland-wide transfers, Glasgow, St Andrews, the Highlands and Loch Lomond all at fixed prices from EDI

Getting from Edinburgh Airport to the City

Edinburgh Trams run from the airport to the city centre, reaching Princes Street and York Place in about 35 minutes, and the Airlink 100 bus runs to Waverley in roughly 30 minutes. Both leave you in the centre for an onward walk or taxi to your hotel. A private transfer is door-to-door, about 20 to 30 minutes to the Old or New Town.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Edinburgh Airport from the city centre?

Edinburgh Airport is about 13 km west of the city centre, a 20 to 30 minute drive depending on traffic.

Is there a tram from Edinburgh Airport?

Yes. Edinburgh Trams reach the city centre (Princes Street and York Place) in about 35 minutes, and the Airlink 100 bus runs to Waverley in roughly 30 minutes. A private transfer is the door-to-door alternative.

Can I book a transfer from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow or St Andrews?

Yes. Glasgow is about 70 km from EDI (60 to 75 minutes) and St Andrews about 80 km (75 to 90 minutes), both common fixed-price routes.

Frequently asked questions

Where does my driver meet me at Edinburgh Airport?

Inside the arrivals hall with a sign showing your name. EDI is a single-terminal airport — arrivals is straightforward and your driver is easy to find. You receive their photo and WhatsApp number the day before your transfer.

Is EDI tram a reasonable alternative?

For solo travellers staying near Haymarket or Princes Street, the tram is fine. For anyone with luggage, a group, or staying in the Old Town, Leith or heading further — Glasgow, St Andrews, the Borders — a private transfer is more practical and door to door.

Can I book EDI to the Scottish Highlands?

Yes. EDI to Inverness (approximately 280 km, 165–190 minutes) and to Loch Ness or Glencoe are available at fixed prices. Popular with visitors who fly into Edinburgh and head straight north for Highland tours or whisky distillery visits. Fixed price confirmed at booking.