Both minicabs and black cabs are available from the rank located on the ground floor of the multi-storey car park, directly opposite the terminal building. If you opt to pre-book a private hire vehicle, you can arrange for the driver to meet you in the arrivals hall.
Is it easy to get a taxi at Edinburgh Airport?
Getting a taxi
Just a 20 minute drive from the city centre, Edinburgh Airport is easily accessible by taxi. If you’re arriving at the airport, find a taxi or a private hire vehicle in our new East Terminus facility located just across the plaza from the main terminal. View our onwards transport map here.
Are there plenty of taxis at Edinburgh Airport?
Although there are plenty city cabs in Edinburgh, queues can get quite long at the taxi ranks around the city and at the airport. Waiting in a long queue in Scotland’s rainy and cold weather is never very pleasant.
How much is a black cab 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). The cheapest form of transportation to get to the city centre is to take the Airlink 100 Express Bus.
How do I call a black cab in Edinburgh?
Call us on 0131 228 1211.
How do I get from Edinburgh Airport to my hotel?
The cheapest and quickest option to get to the city centre from the Airport is to take the Airlink 100 bus route. This bus route goes directly to St Andrews Square in city centre, with only a few stops along the way – the journey takes around 30 minutes.
Can you pay by card in black cabs Edinburgh?
Black cabs in Edinburgh
They are also ideal for transporting large items of luggage because of this. You will also find slightly larger taxis, resembling minivans, which are capable of carrying seven passengers. You can pay by cash or card, but cash is recommended as there is a 5% surcharge for card payments.
What happens when you arrive at Edinburgh Airport?
When you reach the arrivals hall you’ll get access to the exclusive fastTRACK lane, helping you avoid queues at passport control. It’s perfect if you don’t have any hold luggage, meaning you can glide right through the airport and get straight into your trip!
How early should you arrive to Edinburgh Airport?
two hours
We recommend that you arrive at least two hours before your flight is due to leave.
How much is an uber from Edinburgh Airport to city Centre?
Whilst pricing is dynamic so cost varies, at a quiet time of the day you’ll be looking £18-£24 for an UberX, £27-37 for an Uber Exec and £25-£34 for an UberXL.
Can I book a black taxi in advance?
London’s famous taxis (black cabs) can be booked in advance, hailed on the street, or picked up from designated taxi ranks.
How do I get from Edinburgh Airport to city Centre?
Trams are one of the easiest ways to get to and from the airport with fast and frequent services to Edinburgh city centre. Trams depart every 7 minutes, between 7am and 7pm, and every 15 minutes outwith these hours, with an end-to-end journey of just 30 minutes.
How do you pay for taxis in Edinburgh?
City Cabs accept cash and all major credit and debit cards. Our terminals accept contactless payments. If you are a business we also provide credit account facilities.
How do I know if a black cab is available?
London’s official taxis, black cabs can be hailed in the street or at designated ranks located in prominent places, including many train, Tube and bus stations. They can also be booked through the Gett app and by phone. If the yellow taxi sign on the front is illuminated, the cab is available for hire.
How do you pay black cab?
Paying for your journey
All black cab drivers will take contactless credit and/ or debit card payments via a card payment device. Said device may be handheld – therefore, handed to you by the driver for you to use – or fixed for your use in the cab’s passenger compartment.
Do black taxis take card?
Our black cabs provide a unique and invaluable service for Londoners and guaranteed card payment will be good for our black cab industry, and good for passengers across London. ‘ A spokesperson for Licensed Taxi Divers Association said “All taxis in London accept all credit and contactless cards.
Do Edinburgh taxis take credit cards?
Pay with cash, debit or credit card, using Apple Pay on your iPhone, contactless, or you can even purchase gift vouchers by calling 0131 221 2236.
How much is the tram from Edinburgh Gateway to Edinburgh Airport?
To get from Edinburgh Gateway to Edinburgh Airport, you can take a direct tram. Edinburgh Waverley tram station is only 2 minutes’ walk from the train station and the trams run every 7-10 minutes. A tram ticket costs £5.50 for a single (£3.00 for children ages 5-15) and the tram journey takes 7 minutes.
Is Edinburgh Airport tram free?
The price of a ticket is £ 6.50 (£ 9.00 return) for adults and £ 3.30 (£ 4.80 return) for children aged 5 to 15 years. Edinburgh Airport tram stop can be reached via a covered walkway from the terminal. Please consult website Edinburgh Trams for more information.
Do black cabs still take cash?
While cash remains the standard form of payment, every black taxi carries card payment devices. The device can be fixed or handheld, but most taxis have it installed in the passenger compartment. Moreover, customers paying with cards don’t have to pay a surcharge on the taxi fare.
How much is a black cab Edinburgh?
A normal journey in the city centre will cost between £ 5 ( US$ 5.60) and £ 8 ( US$ 9). A taxi from the airport to the centre will cost between £ 30 ( US$ 33.50) and £ 40 ( US$ 44.70).