Getting Around Edinburgh with Your Pet

Edinburgh has one of the most genuinely pet-friendly public transport systems in the UK. Lothian Buses, the main city network, allows dogs to travel completely free of charge when kept on a lead. The Edinburgh Trams line connecting the airport to Newhaven via the city centre also accepts dogs on leads at no cost. This means you can arrive at Edinburgh Airport, board the tram with your dog, reach the city centre, and transfer to a Lothian Bus — all without paying a penny for your pet and without needing a carrier or crate. The only practical rule is a well-fitted lead and common sense about busy times.