Well-known as a city which has a diverse cultural heritage, classic literature, fine food and exciting nightlife, Edinburgh has a charm and versatility, more than the other neighbouring cities. The city also has the most extensive and easily accessible public transport system comprises of the Edinburgh bus service, train network, air transport, and cycling through convenient routes. These services are apt for students who make sure they stay in student accommodation Edinburgh that is close to bus stops, train stations, airport, and the unique cycling routes in the city.
Edinburgh Bus Service
Buses from the main transport network of Edinburgh, making it easy for students to commute at large. The network of buses operating in the city ply across all parts of the city, the suburban areas, and the neighbouring cities outside Edinburgh. The two major operators are the Lothian Buses with over 50 routes and regular services for students and visitors and the First Scotland East, the FirstGroup bus operations in the south-east and central Scotland. The Airlink buses (Lothian Buses service 100), is another viable option for students to avail the 24-hour express service between Edinburgh Airport and the city centre. It takes approximately 35 minutes to reach the city centre which is also close to several student accommodations available in the vicinity.
Edinburgh Train Network
All major train stations operating within the city form the Edinburgh Waverley public transport system of Edinburgh. It is situated in the city center area close to Princes Street Gardens. It services around 14 million passenger journeys per year. The Eastward service of this network runs for the suburban services to the North Berwick branch line and if going westwards, it goes through cuttings near the cliffs of Edinburgh Castle and through Princes Street Gardens. Popular student accommodation Edinburgh are also situated near the major train stations operating in the city.
Air Travel
Edinburgh Airport is situated 8 miles (13 km) to the west of the city centre, on the A8 trunk road and is the main international gateway to the city. Owned and operated by Global Infrastructure Partners, The airport serves with a wide range of domestic and international flights. The service is operative across a number of European, transatlantic and Middle East destinations outside the city of Edinburgh. It is especially beneficial for international students who can travel outside the city with ease.
Cycling Options
This is one of the most inexpensive, quick and healthy ways to explore the city and is most suitable for daily commute to universities. As part of the Spokes, the Lothian Cycle Campaign, formed in 1977, there are around 75 km of off-road cycleways in Edinburgh and an equal length of on-road cycle-paths, alongside car-free bus corridors known as Greenways.
Student Rideacard
There are student-savvy concession cards to avail of various transport services in the city of Edinburgh. These must-have cards, provide the best value of service at nominal rates much lower than usual travel fares. Students of the University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Napier University, Edinburgh Theological Seminary, Heriot-Watt University, Newbattle Abbey College, Queen Margaret University Edinburgh, SRUC (formerly Scottish Agricultural College), and Edinburgh College (formerly Edinburgh's Telford College, Jewel & Esk College and Stevenson College) can apply for these cards by showing their Matriculation Card in Shandwick Place, Waverley Bridge and Mall Avenue, Musselburgh travel hubs in the city.
The points mentioned above make it convenient for students to use the extensive transport system operating in Edinburgh. Students can also avail various discount offers available on the student rideacard concession cards. University Living is the online student housing platform that offers accommodation-related services under one roof.
