How much does the tram cost in Edinburgh?

Edinburgh tram costs vary by zone (City or Airport & City) and ticket type, with an Adult Single in the city costing £2.20, while an Airport Single is £7.90, and you can get daily caps or multi-day passes, with options to buy via the app, machines, or contactless tap-on/tap-off for city travel.

How much does an Edinburgh tram ticket cost?

Adult Single (city zone) £2.20

Ensure you activate your ticket before you board.

How much did Edinburgh Trams cost?

The cost is estimated at between £2bn and £2.9bn.

Can I travel free on Edinburgh Trams?

Do you hold a Scottish National Entitlement Card valid for travel? Did the City of Edinburgh Council issue it? If the answer to both questions is yes, you can travel for free on Edinburgh Trams.

Can you tap on and off Edinburgh Trams?

If you use Tap On, Tap Off, you'll be charged an Adult single fare for each journey you make, and the system will calculate your fare based on the number of journeys. If you make 3 or more journeys in the city zone on one day, the cost is capped at the City DAY Cap price.

How to Buy a Ticket for Public Transport in EDINBURGH!

What happens if I ride the Edinburgh tram without a ticket?

If you have not tapped on, you will not be considered to have a valid ticket, and will automatically be charged the onboard fare of £10. This does not count towards your daily or weekly cap.

Do they check tram tickets in Edinburgh?

Ticket checks may take place on tram stops as well as on trams. Please clearly present your ticket, smartcard or m-ticket to the Ticket Inspector. We recommend using m-tickets or smartcards to reduce surface contact with ticket machines.

What's the difference between a tram and a streetcar?

Briefly, but to be distinct here, a streetcar runs on "steel rails" and uses an onboard electric motor powered by a trolley pole connected to an overhead wire. One should be aware that the "Tram" which uses multiple units for capacity - not in single units/pieces as the streetcar.

What is the cheapest transfer from Edinburgh Airport to city Centre?

Bright Bus Airport Express: This airport transfer is the cheapest option and the Bright Bus Airport Express departs every 15 to 30 minutes from bus stop E to Waverley Bridge (this is close to Princes Street in the New Town district and next to the main train and bus station.

Is tram or bus cheaper in Edinburgh?

It's true the tram is £1 more expensive than the bus and takes about 5 minutes longer to get to the City Centre however it does offer a very different experience and services different destinations along the way.

Are trams cheaper?

The problem with all this is that many cities see trams as their DIY project. Unlike building a new railway or road, building tram lines is something a city can do on its own. They want a unique service but they often want someone else to pay for it, namely the taxpayer. And trams are, above all, not cheap.

How much does an Edinburgh tram driver earn?

Average Edinburgh Trams Driver yearly pay in Edinburgh, Scotland is approximately £34,337, which is 25% above the national average.

Why is the Edinburgh tram so expensive?

Over the years we have made significant improvements in the tram service, increasing frequency to meet with demand and running trams earlier and later. These enhancements, along with ongoing operational costs, has to be reflected in our fares.

How long is an Edinburgh tram ticket valid?

Once activated, Single tickets are valid for 30 minutes during which time they should be shown to the Ticket Services Assistant on the tram.

What does 🚊 mean?

A form of public transport on rails, usually found on streets in cities or other urban areas. For short or medium-length journeys.

Is tram faster than car?

A modern tram also usually runs on a dedicated right of way separate from cars, leading to faster speeds and safer operation.

Which city has the most trams?

Melbourne's is the world's largest operational tram network, with 250km of double track. 160+ million trips completed annually. 5,000+ services daily. Operating for 140 years (1885-2025).

What happens if I forget to tap off Edinburgh Trams?

What happens if I forget to Tap Off? If you have Tapped On and don't Tap Off when you leave the tram, you'll be charged a Single Airport fare – so please remember to Tap Off! Maximum fares, including the fare for a card not being tapped off, will not be included in daily or weekly capping.

Do over 60s travel free on Edinburgh Trams?

Yes, if you are over 60 in Edinburgh, you can get free tram travel if you have a Scottish National Entitlement Card (NEC) issued by the City of Edinburgh Council; cards from other council areas are generally not valid on trams, but visually impaired passes with the eye symbol are accepted. You must tap your card on the platform validator before boarding and board within 30 minutes of validating. 

How do I buy Edinburgh tram tickets?

How do I buy a ticket?

1. ticket machines on the platforms: pay by coins or card.
2. mobile app: pre-purchase your tickets and activate before you board.
3. website: pre-purchase your tickets and display your ticket on your phone.
4. Tap On, Tap Off: use your contactless-enabled card or device to pay for an Adult single fare.

What happens if I forget to tap out on the tram?

What happens if you don't touch in and out. If you don't touch in and out, we cannot tell where you've travelled from or to, so your journey will be incomplete. As we cannot work out the right fare for your journey, we'll charge you a maximum fare.

How to board a tram in Edinburgh?

We have a pre-purchase policy, so all tickets and smartcards have to be purchased, validated or activated before you board the tram. If you're using Tap On, Tap Off, you must have tapped your card or device against the Platform Validator before boarding the tram. We offer various ways to travel to suit all needs.

Can you hop on and off Edinburgh Trams?

If you need to jump on-and-off you might want to consider a City Day ticket or one of our multi-day tram tickets. Journeys using single and return tickets cannot be broken.