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Do you offer meet and greet for transfers to Edinburgh Castle?

Yes - your driver will meet you at your pickup point and assist with luggage.

Edinburgh Castle Taxi & Transfers

Edinburgh Castle sits on Castle Rock dominating the Edinburgh skyline — Scotland's most-visited paid attraction, drawing over 2 million visitors a year. The 12th-century fortress holds the Honours of Scotland (the Scottish Crown Jewels), the Stone of Destiny, the One O'Clock Gun and the National War Memorial.

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Fixed-Price Transfers From Edinburgh Castle

Every fare below is fixed at the time of booking — no meter, no surge pricing, no surprises. Prices shown are for our standard executive saloon (up to 3 passengers, 2 large cases) and include meet-and-greet, 60 minutes of complimentary wait time and toll/congestion charges where applicable.

Destination	Distance	Journey Time	From	Book
Edinburgh Airport	8 mi	20-35 min	£55	Book →
Edinburgh Waverley	1 mi	5-15 min	£25	Book →
Glasgow Airport	51 mi	65-85 min	£145	Book →
Glasgow Central	47 mi	60-80 min	£135	Book →
Murrayfield Stadium	3 mi	10-20 min	£30	Book →
Leith Cruise Terminal	4 mi	15-25 min	£35	Book →

MPV (6 passengers): +£15-£25 · 8-seater minibus: +£40-£60 · Executive Mercedes E/S-Class: from £25 supplement.

About Edinburgh Castle

The castle is at the head of the Royal Mile in Edinburgh's UNESCO-listed Old Town. Edinburgh Waverley station is a 12-minute walk (mostly uphill) and Edinburgh Airport is 8 miles west. The castle esplanade hosts the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo each August, when the surrounding streets see severe traffic restrictions and pre-booked chauffeurs become essential.

Operators & Services

Edinburgh Waverley (12 min walk)
Edinburgh Airport (8 mi)
Lothian Buses 23, 27, 41, 42, 67

Nearby Landmarks

Royal Mile, Holyrood Palace, Princes Street Gardens, Greyfriars Kirkyard, Arthur's Seat, St Giles' Cathedral

Why Choose Get London Transfer From Edinburgh Castle

Fixed prices

Quoted online at booking. No meter, no surge, no late-night premiums.

Flight tracking

We monitor your flight in real time and adjust pickup automatically for delays.

Meet & greet

Driver waits at arrivals with a name board. 60 minutes free wait time included.

24/7 cover

Pre-book overnight and early-hours transfers with confirmed driver allocation.

Modern vehicles

Saloons, MPVs, executive Mercedes and chauffeur-driven Range Rovers.

Award-winning

2026 UK Transport Awards Winner — Best SME Transport Provider — recognised for service quality and reliability.

Popular Routes From Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh Castle to Edinburgh Airport Edinburgh Castle to Edinburgh Waverley Edinburgh Castle to Glasgow Airport Edinburgh Castle to Glasgow Central Edinburgh Castle to Murrayfield Stadium Edinburgh Castle to Leith Cruise Terminal

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does a taxi drop off at Edinburgh Castle?

The closest vehicle access point is the top of the Royal Mile at Castlehill, where the esplanade begins. During the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (August) road closures push drop-off to Johnston Terrace or the Grassmarket — our drivers know the workarounds.

How long from Edinburgh Airport to the castle?

20-35 minutes off-peak via the A8 and Princes Street. During the August Festival, allow up to 60 minutes due to road closures and crowds. We use Lothian Road and Lauriston Place as the most reliable approaches during peak season.

Do you offer a private highlands tour from Edinburgh?

Yes — popular itineraries include Edinburgh Castle + Loch Lomond + Stirling (full day), or multi-day tours to Loch Ness, Glencoe and Skye. Chauffeur-driven highlands tours start at around £550 per day for executive saloons.

How early should I arrive for the One O'Clock Gun?

The One O'Clock Gun fires at exactly 13:00 daily except Sunday, Good Friday and Christmas Day. Arrive by 12:30 to find a viewing spot on the half-moon battery. Most castle tours start at 09:30-10:30 to cover everything before the gun fires.

Is the castle accessible for visitors with limited mobility?

Partially. The castle has steep cobbled streets and steps. A courtesy vehicle runs from the entrance to the upper levels for visitors with mobility needs — pre-book through Historic Environment Scotland. We can drop closer to the entrance with prior notice.

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