Quick answer
RTransfer runs a 20-vehicle fleet from Edinburgh Airport: Ford Mondeo saloons, Skoda Octavia estate cars, Volkswagen seven-seat people carriers, Ford Transit Custom minibuses and an executive Mercedes V-Class on request. Services include airport transfers, city-to-city journeys, student arrivals, private drivers, tours, whisky days, golf transfers and wedding transport, 24 hours a day.
Our vehicles
| Vehicle | Model | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Saloon | Ford Mondeo | Solo travellers and couples with standard luggage |
| Estate car | Skoda Octavia estate | Extra boot space: skis, golf clubs, more suitcases |
| People carrier | Volkswagen seven-seater | Families and small groups |
| Minibus | Ford Transit Custom | Larger groups, golf parties, ski clubs |
| Executive | Mercedes V-Class | Business guests and special occasions, on request |
| Electric and hybrid | Tesla, MG, Volkswagen electric SUV; Hyundai Ioniq hybrids | Lower-emission travel, on request where available |
| Wheelchair accessible | One or two vehicles | Passengers who stay in their wheelchair; at least 72 hours' notice |
Every car is kept clean and driven by a local, licensed, background-checked driver with private hire insurance. Tell us your passengers and every bag when you book, and we match the vehicle.
Our Fleet
Twenty clean, well-kept vehicles: saloon cars, estate cars, people carriers and minibuses, with an executive Mercedes V-Class on request. Matched to your group and luggage.
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Airport transfers
Our core service: pre-booked journeys to and from Edinburgh Airport, and sometimes Glasgow Airport, with flight tracking, meet and greet in arrivals and 60 minutes' free waiting. Fixed prices start at £48 to Edinburgh city centre.
Edinburgh Airport Taxi & Transfer Service
Pre-book your Edinburgh Airport taxi and transfer service: flight tracked, meet & greet in arrivals, 60 min free waiting. City centre £48. Book online.
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City-to-city and long-distance journeys
We drive anywhere in Scotland and beyond: Glasgow, Stirling, Perth, Dundee, Aberdeen, Inverness and the Highlands, with one fixed price agreed before you travel.
City to City Transfers from Edinburgh
Long-distance private transfers from Edinburgh to Glasgow, Aberdeen, Inverness, Newcastle, Stirling and across the UK. Door to door, fixed quotes.
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Taxi and private transfers from Edinburgh Airport to the city centre, Glasgow, St Andrews, Dundee, Stirling, the Highlands and ski resorts: times, prices and travel guides.
Student airport transfers
Students arriving for term at St Andrews, Dundee and Stirling need a car with room for a term's worth of luggage, a driver who waits if the flight is late, and updates for parents at home. Parents can book and pay.
Edinburgh Airport to St Andrews Student Transfer
Edinburgh Airport to St Andrews for students, parents and friend groups. Flight-monitored, fixed price, door to door to your halls. Not a shared bus.
ServiceEdinburgh Airport to Dundee Student Transfer
Edinburgh Airport to Dundee for students, parents and friend groups. Flight-monitored, fixed price, door to door to your halls. Not a shared bus.
ServiceEdinburgh Airport to Stirling Student Transfer
Edinburgh Airport to Stirling for students, parents and friend groups. Flight-monitored, fixed price, door to door to your halls. Not a shared bus.
Private driver and chauffeur hire
Book a driver by the hour or the day for meetings, events, shopping or a night out, with the car waiting between stops.
Private Driver & Chauffeur Edinburgh
Hire a dedicated private driver in Edinburgh for business meetings, conferences, events, multi-stop days and tailored Scotland itineraries. Pre-quoted.
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Tours, whisky days and golf
Private day trips from Edinburgh to castles, lochs and the Highlands; whisky distillery days where nobody has to drive; and golf transfers to St Andrews, Carnoustie, Gleneagles and other courses with room for clubs.
Private Tours from Edinburgh with a Local Driver
Private tours from Edinburgh with a local driver: whisky, the Highlands, golf and custom days out across Scotland. Fixed prices, your own vehicle.
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Private whisky tours from Edinburgh. Visit distilleries and enjoy tastings while your driver handles navigation, timing and a safe journey home.
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Golf transfers from Edinburgh and Edinburgh Airport to St Andrews, Carnoustie, Gleneagles and more. Room for clubs and bags, fixed prices.
Weddings and events
Guest shuttles between hotels, ceremony and reception, and transport for the couple, planned around the day's timings.
Extras on request
- Child seats, free of charge (give children's ages when booking).
- Bottled water, phone chargers and Wi-Fi shared from the driver's phone.
- A name board greeting in the arrivals hall.
- Extra stops on the way, agreed in advance.
- Guide dogs and other assistance dogs travel free. We are not able to carry pets.
Frequently asked questions
What vehicles does RTransfer have?
Ford Mondeo saloons, Skoda Octavia estate cars, Volkswagen seven-seat people carriers, Ford Transit Custom minibuses, and an executive Mercedes V-Class on request.
Can I book a minibus from Edinburgh Airport?
Yes. Tell us how many passengers and bags you have, and we send a minibus for larger groups.
Do you provide child seats?
Yes, free of charge on request. Give each child’s age when you book.
Do you operate 24 hours a day?
Yes, pickups run 24/7 with at least 24 hours’ notice.