Edinburgh Airport to City Centre Bus Transfer Tickets

An affordable and comfortable bus transfer between Edinburgh Airport and the heart of Scotland's capital city

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Avoid the queues and be ready to get on board as soon as you arrive.

Get your Edinburgh Airport transfer ticket before travelling

Print your e‑voucher before travelling — it must be shown when boarding
Flexible return option: open‑dated return tickets can be used anytime within the validity period

The Edinburgh Airport to City Centre buses are fully wheelchair accessible with easy boarding and dedicated spaces

Edinburgh Airport: just outside the UK arrivals.
Edinburgh City Centre: Waverley Bridge, just outside Edinburgh Waverley train station
Additional stops along the way include: Airport Hotels, Edinburgh Zoo, Murrayfield, Haymarket Station, Prince Street and Hanover Street

The Airlink service 100 bus transfer operates a 24/7 service except planned closure dates*. The regular operating times are:
- Departures from Edinburgh Airport:
  - Every 10 minutes, except 1:00 am - 4:30 am (when buses leave every 30 minutes)
- Departures from Waverley Bridge:
  - Every 10 minutes, except 12:30 am - 4:00 am (buses leave every 30 minutes)
Planned closures: 25 December

Option	Cost	Travel time	Luggage	Reliability	Best for
Airport Bus Transfer (Airlink 100)	£8.50 single	25–30 min	Dedicated luggage area + CCTV	Runs every 10 min	Budget‑friendly, reliable
Taxi	£25–£35	25–35 min	Standard boot space	Depends on queues/traffic	Door‑to‑door convenience
Rideshare (Uber/Bolt)	£20–£30	25–35 min	Standard boot space	Surge pricing possible	App‑based flexibility
Tram	£7.50	35–40 min	Limited luggage space	Frequent but slower	Eco‑friendly, scenic

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Airport to city centre?
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, it’s only stopping at limited locations, including Princess Street and Haymarket.
How often does the Edinburgh Airport Bus run?

The Airlink 100 service runs 24/7, with buses departing up to every 10 minutes during the day and every 20 minutes overnight.
This makes it one of the most reliable transfer options for early flights, late arrivals, and everything in between.
Where does the bus stop in the city centre?

The main city‑centre stop is Waverley Bridge, right next to Edinburgh Waverley Station. Additional stops include Haymarket, Princes Street, Hanover Street, Edinburgh Zoo, Murrayfield, and several airport hotels.
Do I need to print my ticket?

Yes, you must print your e‑voucher and bring it with you when boarding. Return tickets are open‑dated, meaning you can use your return journey at any time within the ticket’s validity period.
Can I bring luggage on board?

Yes - the buses have a dedicated luggage area with CCTV monitoring, making it easy and secure to store suitcases, backpacks, and travel bags during your journey.
Is the service wheelchair accessible?

Absolutely. All Edinburgh Airport to City Centre buses are fully wheelchair accessible, with low‑floor entry and dedicated spaces for mobility devices.

This product is sold by VisitBritain and is provided by Lothian Buses.