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Bright Bus Airport Express in Edinburgh

Need an airport bus in Edinburgh? Take the Bright Bus Airport Express from Edinburgh Airport and enjoy the fastest, cheapest, and brightest way to the city.

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Edinburgh Airport to the City Centre

Experience the cheapest, fastest, brightest way to get to and from Edinburgh Airport!

Travelling from Edinburgh Airport and into town just got that much brighter. The new Bright Bus Airport Shuttle is a fast and convenient way to travel between the airport and Edinburgh city. It has fewer stops and convenient pick-up points, reducing the need for walking.

We run an express bus to Edinburgh Airport and back every 15 minutes for much of the day. Be sure to check the timetable of our buses to Edinburgh Airport to confirm your arrival and departure times.

Fares start at £4.50 for a single ticket, and if you are over 60, you can ride for FREE if you’ve got a concession. Weekly Edinburgh Airport Express Explorer tickets are available for just £25 for 7 days of unlimited rides.

You can buy your single or return Airport-City ticket individually or get extra savings with a package deal. We offer Airport journeys, Bus Tours, and week-long Edinburgh Explorer ticket options.

Timetable — Track Your Bus

Track the Edinburgh Airport express timetable by downloading the Midland Bluebird app in the app store.

City Centre to Airport

  • Edinburgh Waverley Station, Stop WA – change here for our City Tour and Britannia Tour
  • Princes Street, Stop PY 
  • Shandwick Place, Stop SD 
  • Haymarket Station 
  • Murrayfield Stadium, Ormidale Place
  • Edinburgh Zoo 
  • Maybury
  • Airport Hotels
  • Edinburgh Airport

Airport to City Centre

  • Edinburgh Airport, Stance E
  • Airport Hotels
  • Maybury
  • Edinburgh Zoo
  • Murrayfield Stadium, Ormidale Place
  • Haymarket Station
  • Shandwick Place, Stop SC
  • Princes Street, Stop PF
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station, Stop PM – change here for our City Tour and Britannia Tour

From 30 June 2024, we will move our city centre start point on Airport Express to Waverley Bridge. This is expected to be a temporary measure for some time. It means that we will not serve our stops at Waterloo Place or Waverley Steps after this date. Times will not change, and our departure times from Waverley Bridge will be the same as what we use now at Waterloo Place.

Edinburgh Airport Express Price List

Adult single: £4.50

Child single (aged 5 to 15): £2.75

Adult return: £7.00

Child return (aged 5 to 15): £5.25

Two tours, two days: £20

Britannia Tour: £16

Edinburgh City Tour: £16

Edinburgh Explorer: £25

Children under 5 years old travel for free

FREE fares for airport travel with your National Concessionary Entitlement card & Young Scot card

Buy on board using cash or contactless, or buy tickets online.

FAQs About Using Our Edinburgh Airport Express Bus

Do you still have a few questions about taking our orange bus to Edinburgh Airport?
Take a look at our frequently asked questions and helpful answers below.

What are the benefits of using Bright Bus for your journey to and from Edinburgh Airport?

There are tons of benefits to taking our bus from Edinburgh Airport to the city centre and back. Here are some of the perks you can look forward to:

  • Our bus service is the most cost-effective way to travel from the airport.
  • We have the fastest Edinburgh bus to the airport terminal and back. 
  • You can take a return Edinburgh bus to the airport.
  • We have easy street or terminal pick-up. We have stops at major spots like Princes Street near St Andrew Square, Waterloo Place, and more.
  • Enjoy a free airport bus ride to Edinburgh’s centre with an NEC or Young Scot card.
  • Easily hop off our Edinburgh-to-airport bus at a terminal, tour pick-up spot, or a stop near your hotel for the night.
  • We prioritise simple payment methods. 

Is your Edinburgh Airport bus to the city centre accessible?

Yes! All Bright Bus vehicles in Edinburgh, including our bus from Edinburgh city centre to the airport are easily accessible. Our buses have ramp and wheelchair spaces. Even dogs are welcome on our Airport Express bus between Edinburgh and the airport.

Can Bright Bus staff give me travelling tips in Edinburgh?

If you’re taking a Bright bus to Edinburgh Airport or back to town, our Bright Bus team members are friendly and love to chat. Our drivers can help you with heavy luggage and answer any questions you might have about the trip. 

The best part about taking our Edinburgh Bright Bus to and from the airport is that our drivers offer friendly, insider secrets about Edinburgh that make your trip unforgettable. Look out for our sales team and on-street ambassadors – we’re the ones in bright orange.

Still have some questions about getting an Edinburgh bus from the airport terminal or back?
Get in touch with us, and we’ll be happy to help!

Bright Bus Tours: The Cheapest, Fastest Airport Shuttle in Edinburgh

Bright Bus Tours offers a service packed with adventure. We’ve been helping our customers form unforgettable moments since 2019. However, our buses are so much more than the journey. When McGill’s took over in September 2022, we decided to go big. 

We launched the all-new Bright Bus Airport Shuttle in January 2024. Our orange airport bus in Edinburgh is the cheapest and fastest way to travel between town and the airport.

All of our Edinburgh Airport buses directly connect with our tour shuttles and timetable. When you ride with us, there’s no waiting around at the terminal; you just hop on board, and we’ll be en route. Our drivers aren’t just focused on the street signs, either; we give you tons of secret insider tips and assistance for your journey.

Our commitment to excellent service and a comfortable journey has earned us a 5-star rating for customer service and a 4-star rating in quality assurance from Visit Scotland.

Bright Bus’ new Airport Express in Edinburgh is committed to making your travel experience both affordable and fun. Book your tickets today and enjoy the brightest way to get to Edinburgh.