Major rail station in Edinburgh's West End, connecting to Glasgow, Stirling, and the north.

About Haymarket Station

Haymarket is Edinburgh's second-largest railway station and a key transport hub in the city's West End. It serves ScotRail routes to Glasgow Queen Street (50 minutes), Stirling, Perth, Inverness, and Fife, making it a convenient connection point for travelers heading onward from the airport.

The surrounding Haymarket area is a thriving neighborhood with hotels, restaurants, and pubs along Dalry Road and Morrison Street. It sits at the western edge of Edinburgh's New Town, within walking distance of the financial district and Murrayfield Stadium.

Haymarket is the first city-centre tram stop when coming from the airport, making it one of the fastest and easiest destinations to reach from Edinburgh Airport.

Nearby Landmarks

Murrayfield Stadium Haymarket Terrace Edinburgh West End Dalry Road

Transport Options

Taxi

Cost £20-28 (~$24-34)
Time 20-25 minutes

Follow "Taxi" signs at arrivals. Queue at official taxi stand. Metered fares, no need to negotiate.

Rideshare (Grab/Uber)

Cost £15-22 (~$18-26)
Time 20-25 minutes

Outside Arrivals

Train (Edinburgh Tram)

Cost £8 single
Time 25 minutes
Frequency Every 7-10 minutes

Step-by-Step Directions

Take Edinburgh Tram from airport stop directly to Haymarket. Trains depart frequently to Glasgow (45 min) and Stirling (55 min).

Quick Comparison

Option Cost Time Best For
Taxi £20-28 (~$24-34) 20-25 minutes Convenience, groups, heavy luggage
Rideshare £15-22 (~$18-26) 20-25 minutes Budget-conscious, app users
Train £8 single 25 minutes Budget, avoiding traffic

Good to Know

Late Night Transport

Night buses N22 and Airlink 100 (24-hour service) stop near Haymarket. The tram runs until approximately 11:30 PM. Taxis are available 24/7 from the airport; the fare to Haymarket is £20-30 at night.

Luggage Tips

The tram to Haymarket has open floor space for luggage. If connecting to a train, Haymarket Station has no luggage storage, so plan to carry bags with you. The station has lifts between platforms.

Accessibility

The Edinburgh tram is fully wheelchair accessible with level boarding. Haymarket Station has lifts to all platforms and tactile paving. Step-free access is available throughout. Assistance can be pre-booked through ScotRail for onward train journeys.