The most economical way of getting around the city is via Lothian Buses, to local bus company. Buses usually run every 5-30 minutes, depending on the route. The number 42 and 24 buses run roughly every 20 minutes. Tickets are £1 for a single journey, £2.30 for a day saver ticket. There are no part-route or return fares and drivers do not give change, so always have a pound coin available!
The Lothian Buses website gives information about bus times and routes and has a useful route planner, showing all bus routes around the city.
Alternatively, one can use one of the many taxis, fares are usually about £5 for transport between the centre and the King's Buildings.
For travel between the city and the airport, located just 20 minutes from the centre, we suggest Lothian Buses' Airlink Service priced at £3.50 for a single, £5 for a return. The Airlink 100 departs from Waverley Train Station in the city centre every 10 minutes.