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5 h 18 min
454 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Edinburgh Airport to Thornton

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Cheapest
By car (454 km)
5 h 18 min
454 km.
from $24
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Plane from Edinburgh Airport (Glasgow International Airport)
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Rideshare
5 h 18 min
454 km.
from $17.27
Bus (Line 747 bus)
1 h 51 min
27 km.
from $24.39
Bus (Bus)
2 h 12 min
27 km.
from $21.62

Transport providers

Other operators

Jayride

Phone:
+61 2 8520 3150
Website:
jayride.com/
Other from Edinburgh Airport to Thornton
Estimated price:
$43.04–$164.55

Bus operators

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Airport to Shandwick
Ave. Duration:
24 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.19–$7.59

Stagecoach East Scotland

Phone:
0345 241 8000
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Airport to Park
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.59–$11.39
Bus from Park & Ride to Glenrothes
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.32–$7.59
Bus from Bus Station to Station
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.29–$4.68
Bus from Queensferry Street to Bus
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.20–$8.86
Bus from Bus Station to The
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.42–$4.81

Lothian Buses

Phone:
+44 131 555 6363
Website:
lothianbuses.com/
Bus from Airport to Shandwick
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.43

Bright Bus

Phone:
0333 016 6162
Email:
Website:
brightbustours.com/
Bus from Airport to Shandwick
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes

Train operators

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Gateway to Glenrothes
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.02–$25.32

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Thornton?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Thornton is to drive which costs $8.70 - $13.04 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Thornton?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Thornton is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $8.70 - $13.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Thornton?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Thornton station. However, there are services departing from Airport and arriving at Station Road via Park & Ride and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Thornton?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Thornton. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Airport and arriving at Glenrothes with Thornton via Edinburgh Gateway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Thornton?

The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Thornton is 62 km. The road distance is 45 km.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Thornton without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Thornton without a car is to line 747 bus and bus and line 39 bus which takes 1h 51m and costs $14.13 - $20.65 .

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Thornton?

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Thornton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Thornton bus from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Thornton bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Airport station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Thornton train from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Thornton train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Gateway station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Thornton?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Thornton is to line 747 bus and bus and line 39 bus which takes 1h 51m and costs $14.13 - $20.65 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $11.96 - $31.52 and takes 1h 58m.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Thornton bus arrive?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Thornton bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Park & Ride station.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Thornton train arrive?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Thornton train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glenrothes with Thornton station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Thornton?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Thornton is 45 km. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Thornton.

Where can I stay near Thornton?

There are 1837+ hotels available in Thornton. Prices start at $42.71 per night.
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