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Airlink 100: Same-Day Round-trip Bus Transfers Between Edinburgh Airport & Waverly Bridge Station
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Highlights

  • Enjoy a direct 30-min, same-day round-trip connection between Edinburgh Airport and the city centre on the Airlink 100, ensuring a swift and seamless arrival.
  • Experience ultimate flexibility with buses departing every 10 minutes during the day and every 20 minutes all night for 24/7 reliability.
  • Travel in total comfort with climate-controlled interiors, free high-speed Wi-Fi, and dedicated USB charging ports at every seat.
  • Take advantage of massive internal luggage racks and a family-friendly policy where up to three children under 5 travel free with an adult.
  • Arrive at Waverley Bridge, steps away from the main train station and the Royal Mile, perfectly positioned for your onward travel or hotel check-in.

Your Experience

Hop on the Airlink 100 for a swift connection between Edinburgh Airport and St Andrew Square in the city centre. With buses departing every 10 minutes during the day and every 20 minutes at night, this 24/7 service is ideal for any flight schedule. Enjoy a smooth, climate-controlled ride featuring dedicated internal luggage racks, free Wi-Fi, and USB charging at every seat. The service is fully accessible and even welcomes up to three children under five for free.

Once at St Andrew Square or Waverley Bridge, you are perfectly positioned to continue your journey. This central hub offers immediate access to Edinburgh Waverley train station for national rail links, the city’s extensive tram network, and numerous local bus routes. Taxis are readily available nearby, making it the most convenient jumping-off point to reach the Royal Mile, the New Town, or your hotel with absolute ease and minimal walking.

Schedule

From Waverly Bridge to Edinburgh Airport

  • First bus: 12:01am (Weekdays and Sunday); 12am (Saturday)

  • Last bus: 11:52pm (Weekdays and Sunday); 11:50pm (Saturday)

  • Frequency: Every 10 mins (3:40am–12:20am); every 20 mins (12:35am–3:25am)

From Edinburgh Airport to Waverly Bridge

  • First bus: 12:05am (Weekdays and Sunday); 12am (Saturday)

  • Last bus: 11:56pm (Weekdays and Sunday); 11:50pm (Saturday)

  • Frequency: Every 10 mins (4:12am-1am); every 20 mins (1:15am-4am)

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Same-day round-trip bus transfer between Edinburgh Airport and Waverly Bridge (as per option selected)
  • Free travel for up to 3 children under 5 years per paying adult
  • English-speaking driver and crew onboard
  • Air-conditioning on board
  • Ample luggage space
  • Free Wi-Fi on board
  • Power supply and USB charging points at every seat
  • Travel on Lothian Buses Service 17 or Service 18
  • Seat reservation
  • Hotel transfers

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
  • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

Cancellation Policy

These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.

Booking FAQs

Bring your digital voucher with the QR code issued per booking for boarding.

This ticket is valid only on Airlink 100 buses and is not valid on Lothian Buses Service 17 or Service 18.

If you are purchasing multiple tickets that will not be used together, you must make separate bookings. For groups of 15 or more, contact sales@lothianbuses.co.uk before booking. Show your ticket(s) on your device to one of the Airlink Assistants or your Airlink driver when boarding. Your ticket(s) will be scanned and validated by a member of the team. Printed tickets are also accepted. The Airlink departure point is at Stop A at Edinburgh Airport and at Waverly Bridge if you are travelling towards the airport.

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