How to get from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow
There are two different transfer options for the 40km journey from Edinburgh (EDI) airport to Glasgow, by bus or taxi. Taking an Edinburgh airport taxi is the quickest transfer option, with the journey taking just 45 minutes and costing around 86.75€ (£76). Your second transfer option is taking either the Megabus AIR bus or the
Citylink Air bus. The Megabus costs 11.30€ (£9.90) one-way and the Citylink bus costs 14.27€ (£12.50) one-way and both buses take 50 minutes to reach Glasgow.
Comparison of the options
| OPTION | PRICE | DURATION | AVAILABILITY | |
|---|
| Bus | €22.60 | 50min | 01:26–03:56 | |
| Taxi | €86.75 | 45min | 24/7 | |
How to get form Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow by bus
There are two different bus options when travelling from Edinburgh (EDI) airport to Glasgow, the Megabus AIR bus and the Citylink Air bus. The Megabus costs 11.30€ (£9.90) one-way and and the Citylink costs 14.27€ (£12.50). Both buses take around 50 minutes to reach Glasgow in light traffic.
How much is the bus from Edinburgh airport to Glasgow?
The cost of your journey will depend on which bus company you choose to travel to Glasgow with. The Megabus AIR bus costs an average of 11.30€ (£9.90) for a one-way ticket, but prices can drop drastically when purchased in advance online. The Citylink Air bus costs 14.27€ (£12.50) one-way and tickets can be purchased from the driver or online in advance.
Cost
11.30€
Trip Duration
50 Min.
There's a waiting time of up to 60 minutes.
Buses are available from 01:26 to 03:56 at Edinburgh airport.
Where do I get it from?
The bus station at Edinburgh (EDI) airport can be found just outside of the arrivals hall on the ground floor. You will see the large dark blue Megabus stop at stand C and the silver and blue Citylink bus waiting at the bus station.
Convenience
Buses at Edinburgh (EDI) airport practically runs 24/7 to Glasgow and they have ample luggage storage. So, all that's left for you to do is sit back and relax, knowing that you and your personal belongings are taken care of.
Editor’s Note
The buses from Edinburgh airport to Glasgow drop you off at Buchanan Bus Station, where you can then switch to a different bus line to each your hotel.
Useful Tips
The Megabus AIR bus has a luggage allowance of 20kg per person.
Tickets for the Citylink Air bus can drop in price if purchases over 48 hours in advance.
There are USB charging points and WiFi available on the buses, so you can talk with your loved ones back home while you travel. How to get from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow by taxi
Getting from Edinburgh (EID) airport to Glasgow is easy by taking an Edinburgh airport taxi. The journey to Glasgow will take around 45 minutes in light to normal traffic and will cost you around 86.75€ (£76) depending on your final destination in the city.
Taxi fare from Edinburgh airport to Glasgow
Taxis at Edinburgh (EDI) airport don't have a flat rate fee to Glasgow, thus the rate is charged using a taximeter based on distance. The total cost for the journey to Glasgow might change depending on the traffic and your exact destination, but it will be around 86.75€ (£76).
Convenience
There's no better way to enjoy the journey from the airport to your hotel than in a private and airconditioned Edinburgh airport taxi. Direct from Edinburgh airport to the door of your accommodation in Glasgow.
Editor’s Note
Taxis throughout Glasgow also charge by using a taximeter based on distance, so it's important to make sure that the meter is restarted each time you enter a taxi.
Useful Tips
Standard taxis can only fit 4 people, if you're travelling with a larger group you may need two taxis.
Taxis at Edinburgh airport only accept Pound Sterling (GPB), so be sure to carry some with you. 
