Glasgow is around 40-42 miles from Edinburgh Airport, with the drive typically taking 45-55 minutes. There is no council-set taxi fare for this journey, because Glasgow lies outside the City of Edinburgh’s taxi tariff area. As a useful market benchmark, Uber currently lists an average UberX price of around £87 for the route, although actual app prices vary. If taking a licensed Edinburgh taxi, the fare must be agreed with the driver before the journey begins.
Enter your actual pickup and drop-off addresses for a rough fare estimate based on distance. Actual fares depend on traffic, tariff timing and route taken — this is a guide only, not a guaranteed price.
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Fare and transport information on this page last reviewed: September 2026.
The Fastest, Cheapest Alternative: A Direct Coach
Unlike most of the other routes out of Edinburgh Airport, Glasgow has a genuinely excellent direct public transport option: Scottish Citylink’s AIR/900 service runs straight from the airport to Glasgow’s Buchanan Bus Station, no changes needed. It departs every 15-20 minutes through the day and hourly overnight, and takes about an hour, with tickets typically costing considerably less than a taxi or private hire transfer. For a solo traveller or even a pair, that’s hard for a taxi to beat on price — the case for a taxi here is really about groups, luggage, or wanting to go straight to a specific address rather than the bus station.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a taxi from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow?
There is no official council-set fare because Glasgow is outside the City of Edinburgh’s taxi tariff area. A licensed Edinburgh taxi fare must therefore be agreed with the driver before departure. As a market benchmark, Uber currently lists an average UberX price of around £87 for Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow, although actual app and private-hire prices vary.
Is there a direct bus or coach?
Yes — Scottish Citylink’s AIR service runs directly from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station, roughly every 15-20 minutes in the day, taking around an hour. Ticket prices are considerably lower than a taxi, making it genuinely competitive on this specific route.
Why isn’t the fare metered like the city-centre route?
Edinburgh’s council-regulated taxi tariff only applies within the City of Edinburgh boundary. Glasgow is well outside it, so the fare has to be negotiated and agreed with the driver before the journey starts, similar to how pre-booked private hire works.