A citysmart card is the convenient, top-up ticket for tram and Lothian bus single journeys. Available to buy online or from any of our TravelHubs, the citysmart card gives you the freedom to top-up as you go.
How do you pay for transportation in Edinburgh?
How to Pay: Tickets or DAYtickets can be purchased directly from the bus driver if you have exact change. Contactless credit and debit cards can also be used, and both adult and family tickets can be purchased in advance on the Transport for Edinburgh m-tickets app.
How much is a bus pass in Edinburgh?
| Ticket | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| DAYticket | £4.50 | £2.20 |
| Family DAYticket All-day travel for up to 2 adults and up to 3 children. | £9.50 | |
| Network DAYticket | £10.00 | £5.00 |
| LATEticket Valid on day and night buses between 1800hrs and 0430hrs | £4.00 | – |
Do you need cash for buses in Edinburgh?
You can pay for tickets in cash when boarding the bus, by depositing the money in the box next to the driver, but be aware that exact change is required, as the drivers have no access to cash and are unable to give back change. Paying by card is also possible.
Is the tram free in Edinburgh?
All tram stops in Edinburgh have ticket machines in the platform, where you can buy single, return or day tickets. You should pay with the exact fare if possible, as the machines don’t give back change, and they accept 5p, 10p, 20p, 50p, £1 and £2 coins.
Can you walk around Edinburgh Castle without paying?
You can walk around the exterior including the cemetery without paying a fee. You can buy a pass and see both Edinburgh and stirling castle for a reduced fee. Edinburgh castle has the Scottish Crown Jewels on exhibit.
What’s the best way to get around Edinburgh?
Bus. The public buses are the best way and sometimes the only way of getting to the city centre from the outskirts. Buses run 24 hours a day and are extremely frequent.
Is the Edinburgh pass worth it?
Scotland Explorer Pass is totally worth the cost. It gives you free entry to 77 sites in Scotland (including fast track entry to Edinburgh Castle and Stirling Castle). You can save more than £30 using the pass (and you’ll start saving after the second attraction).
Is public transport free in Edinburgh?
How to access the free bus scheme for young people. Young people aged 5 to 21 and living in Scotland can now apply to access free bus travel. If you’re unable to apply online, you can visit one of our libraries.
Can I use my English bus pass in Edinburgh?
No. English bus passes are not accepted in Scotland and vice versa. Only passes issued by City of Edinburgh Council work on the trams as they’re funded by the council.
Can I use card on bus Edinburgh?
There’s no need to choose what ticket to purchase, just tap your contactless card or device every time you need to travel. We’ll automatically charge you the cheapest fare for the journeys you’ve made on that day – you’ll never pay more than the appropriate Day, Night or Weekly Ticket.
Do Edinburgh buses accept card?
For adult passengers, tap the same card or mobile payment device for every journey across our entire network, and the following morning we’ll automatically charge you the cheapest adult daily fare for the journeys you’ve made. On Lothian city buses, this is capped at £4.40 per day!
Can you use Oyster card in Edinburgh?
Can a Visitor Oyster card or Oyster card be used in other cities like Bath, Edinburgh, Stratford-upon-Avon, Oxford and Cambridge? No, it is only eligible for travel on public transport in London.
Do I need a PCR test to enter Edinburgh?
Scotland’s travel rules for people arriving from abroad ended at 4am on Friday 18 March 2022. If you’re arriving in Scotland after this time, you do not need to: complete a Passenger Locator Form. take any COVID-19 tests before you leave for Scotland, or after you arrive.
Are Edinburgh Trams free for over 60s?
60 and over
The NEC card entitles you to free bus travel across Scotland, and also on trams if your card was issued by the City of Edinburgh Council.
How much is a taxi from Edinburgh Airport to city Centre?
The quickest transfer option is to take an Edinburgh airport taxi, which are available 24/7 at Edinburgh airport. The trip takes around 25 minutes in light traffic and costs approximately €26 (£23).
Is food expensive in Edinburgh?
While meal prices in Edinburgh can vary, the average cost of food in Edinburgh is £31 per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Edinburgh should cost around £13 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner.
How can I spend a day in Edinburgh?
Here’s what to see and do in Edinburgh in one day:
- Sunrise at Calton Hill (or visit at sunset)
- Breakfast at Princes Street Gardens.
- Stroll Princes Street Gardens & see the Ross Fountain.
- Short Visit to Scottish National Gallery.
- Explore Edinburgh Castle.
- Don’t miss the One O’clock Gun (1 pm at Edinburgh Castle)
How much time is needed to tour Edinburgh Castle?
2 hours
You should set aside at least 2 hours to see the main attractions at Edinburgh Castle. Opening times for the independent museums at the castle may vary.
How many days in Edinburgh is enough?
For first time visitors, we recommend spending at least two or three days in Edinburgh, which will give you enough time to explore the city centre and see the main sites.
Is 3 days in Edinburgh enough?
Are 3 days in Edinburgh enough? 3 days in Edinburgh are more than enough to tour the most popular attractions, including Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace. You’ll even have enough time to climb Climb Arthur’s Seat or take a whisky or ghost tour.