Taxi from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Quote-based city-to-city transfers from Glasgow to Edinburgh — door-to-door, review your quote and applicable terms. Whether you're heading to a hotel on Princes Street, a business meeting in the New Town, or a concert at the Usher Hall, we get you there in comfort.
Distance
~47 miles
Journey Time
~1 hr 10 min
Pricing
Journey quote
Your journey arranged through one booking platform
We arrange taxi and transfer bookings with suitable licensed drivers and operators, subject to availability. Review your quote and confirm pickup arrangements for your journey.
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Why Pre-Book Your Glasgow to Edinburgh Taxi?
Journey Quote
Quoted before you travel — no meters, quote shown before booking, no surprises at the end.
On-Time Pickups
Drivers track traffic in real time so you arrive at your Edinburgh destination on schedule.
Licensed Scottish Drivers
We arrange bookings with suitable licensed drivers and operators, subject to availability.
All Vehicle Types
Saloon, estate, MPV, and 8-passenger minibus options to suit your group and luggage.
The Glasgow → Edinburgh Route
Your driver collects you from any Glasgow address and heads east on the M8 motorway — the most direct route between the two cities. The 47-mile journey typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes in normal traffic, arriving door-to-door at your Edinburgh destination.
This is a city-to-city transfer, not an airport pickup. If your journey starts at Glasgow Airport (GLA), see our Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh page, which includes flight tracking and free waiting time.
We cover pickups across Glasgow — city centre, West End, Merchant City, Southside, and surrounding areas — and drop-offs anywhere in Edinburgh including Princes Street hotels, Old Town, New Town, Murrayfield, Haymarket, the University area, and residential addresses throughout the city.
- Journey quote — quoted before booking, no meters
- Door-to-door pickup and drop-off at any address
- Ideal for business travel, events, theatre, and concerts
- Subject to availability including early morning and late-night journeys
- Saloon, estate, MPV and 8-seater minibus options
- 5% discount when you book your return journey at the same time
Edinburgh Drop-Off Guide
City Centre Hotels (Princes Street / New Town) — Drop-off at the main hotel entrance. Hotels along Princes Street include The Balmoral, The Waldorf Astoria Caledonian, and InterContinental Edinburgh. Your driver will use the nearest authorised drop zone for your hotel.
Old Town (Royal Mile / Grassmarket) — Drop-off at the closest accessible point. The Royal Mile has restricted vehicle access in sections; your driver will drop at the nearest point and assist with luggage. For The Scotsman Hotel, we use the North Bridge approach.
Murrayfield / Haymarket — A direct route off the M8. Popular for rugby matches at Murrayfield Stadium and Haymarket station connections. Your driver will monitor event-day traffic and adjust the approach route if needed.
University of Edinburgh / Quartermile — Drop-off on Teviot Place or George Square. Ideal for student arrivals, graduation travel, and medical appointments at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh nearby.
Get a journey quote — quote shown before booking, selected extras shown. Review applicable terms for journey changes and additional waiting.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a taxi from Glasgow to Edinburgh?
Get a journey quote via our booking form — quote shown before booking, selected extras shown. Review applicable terms for changes and waiting.
Is this the same as a Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh taxi?
No — this is a city-centre to city-centre transfer. If your journey begins at Glasgow Airport (GLA), please use our dedicated Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh page, which includes flight tracking and meet & greet service.
How long does the Glasgow to Edinburgh journey take?
The journey is approximately 47 miles via the M8 motorway and typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes in normal traffic. Our drivers monitor live traffic conditions throughout.
Can you drop off at my Edinburgh hotel?
Yes — we drop door-to-door at any Edinburgh address: hotels on Princes Street, New Town, Old Town, Murrayfield, Haymarket, and residential addresses across the city.
Do you offer a return journey discount?
Yes. Book your return at the same time as your outbound journey and receive a 5% return discount split equally across both legs. Review both quotes before booking.