Transport

Edinburgh City Region is one of Scotland's best-connected areas, with a sophisticated transport network linking it with the rest of the UK, Europe and beyond.

There are many ways to get to Edinburgh; air, road, rail and sea are all options. Once you are here you’ll find a compact and walkable city, within a wider city region that is accessible by bus, rail, road and cycle networks. 

Air travel

Edinburgh International Airport serves more than 100 destinations with 40 airlines. International routes are expanding rapidly.

(Image courtesy of BAA Edinburgh)

Rail travel

Edinburgh’s two mainline rail stations – Waverley and Haymarket – are vital hubs for the city, transporting thousands of commuters and visitors across Scotland and the UK every day. 

Car travel

Edinburgh City Region has an accessible road network providing easy vehicular access to Scotland’s capital.

Bus travel

Edinburgh’s bus service serves the city region and has won a number of awards.

Edinburgh's Trams

Construction of Edinburgh's trams, an exciting transport initiative has now begun across Edinburgh city.