Minibus Hire Dalkeith

Minibus Hire in Dalkeith

Get in touch with our friendly team today to enquire about Minibus Hire in Dalkeith, whether you need a vehicle with 8, 10, 12, 14, 16 or 18 seats, or even require coach hire for larger groups, we’ll be happy to help!

Getting to the same place at the same time can be difficult for a number of reasons, be that you all live in different areas, have lots of luggage, or you’re unsure of where you’ll park – luckily there’s a solution!

Hire a minibus with driver for your next family day out, special occasion, business travel, airport transfer, school trip or any other reason you might require the service. Journeys last all shapes and sizes, from only an hour or two in duration, to all day hires where you pick up/drop off different people at separate locations.

Pickups in Dalkeith

Dalkeith is a town in Midlothian, located to the south-east of Edinburgh, and makes for a good base from which to explore the surrounding area.

Our Edinburgh Minibus Hire service can collect from EH22, which is Dalkeith’s main postcode area, however, please do check that this is correct for your location as it may vary depending on which street you’re on. EH22 Dalkeith includes nearby areas such as Eskbank, Newbattle and Woodburn as well as part of Dalkeith High Street.

As it’s not always possible for our minibuses to park outside your house, you may find it helpful to suggest an alternative pick up/drop off point nearby.

Popular Pick-Up Points in Dalkeith

Pick-Up Point	Location	Suitable For
Dalkeith High Street	Dalkeith town centre	Town-centre collections by arrangement
Eskbank Railway Station	Eskbank, Dalkeith	Train connections and onward transfers
Dalkeith Country Park	Dalkeith	Family outings and group visits
King’s Park Primary School	Dalkeith	School trips by prior arrangement
Dalkeith High School	Dalkeith	School journeys and group collections
Newbattle Abbey	Newbattle, near Dalkeith	Events and pre-arranged group trips
Woodburn	Dalkeith area	Local collections by arrangement

Pick-up points should be agreed in advance and are subject to safe stopping arrangements and vehicle access.

School trips

Popular Dalkeith schools our customers regularly use our Minibus Hire Edinburgh service to travel to include Dalkeith High School, King’s Park Primary School, and St David’s RC High School. We’d advise contacting the school in advance to agree a pick up/drop off point & time.

Train travel

The nearest Dalkeith train station is Eskbank railway station, located on the Borders Railway line, and this could prove a useful meeting point if you’re travelling to Dalkeith by train! It is particularly handy if you require onward travel to your hotel or other final destination, negating the need for taxis or private hire!

Day trips around Dalkeith

Popular day trips our customers take with us include Dalkeith Country Park, which is located just outside of Dalkeith town centre, and the Park offers walking/cycling in the surrounding woodland, plus there’s also lots for families to enjoy in Fort Douglas Adventure Park as well as Restoration Yard where you can learn about the area’s history. Please note there is a 2.7m height restriction for vehicles travelling via King’s Gate, therefore, if you’re travelling in a larger vehicle please enquire in advance as to how you can access the site as there are a number of other entrances such as the Town Gate off Dalkeith High Street.

Other local attractions include National Mining Museum Scotland (located in Newtongrange), and Newbattle Abbey for those after a more historical/cultural day out.

Central Edinburgh is also only a short drive away meaning you could visit popular tourist attractions such as Edinburgh Castle, the National Museum of Scotland, or just pop in for the day! Just be aware of traffic and parking as this can affect timings if you’re planning on doing lots in one day!

Estimated Minibus Hire Prices for Nearby Towns and Cities

Destination	Approx. Distance	6 Seater	8 Seater	10 Seater	12 Seater	14 Seater	16 Seater	18 Seater
Eskbank	Approx. 1 mile	Approx £28	Approx £32	Approx £36	Approx £40	Approx £44	Approx £48	Approx £52
Bonnyrigg	Approx. 2 miles	Approx £28	Approx £32	Approx £36	Approx £40	Approx £44	Approx £48	Approx £52
Newbattle	Approx. 2 miles	Approx £28	Approx £32	Approx £36	Approx £40	Approx £44	Approx £48	Approx £52
Woodburn	Approx. 2 miles	Approx £28	Approx £32	Approx £36	Approx £40	Approx £44	Approx £48	Approx £52
Loanhead	Approx. 4 miles	Approx £32	Approx £36	Approx £40	Approx £44	Approx £48	Approx £52	Approx £56
Gorebridge	Approx. 6 miles	Approx £36	Approx £40	Approx £44	Approx £48	Approx £52	Approx £56	Approx £60
Musselburgh	Approx. 6 miles	Approx £32	Approx £36	Approx £40	Approx £44	Approx £48	Approx £52	Approx £56
Newtongrange	Approx. 4 miles	Approx £40	Approx £45	Approx £50	Approx £55	Approx £60	Approx £65	Approx £70
Penicuik	Approx. 8 miles	Approx £40	Approx £45	Approx £50	Approx £55	Approx £60	Approx £65	Approx £70
Pathhead	Approx. 8 miles	Approx £40	Approx £45	Approx £50	Approx £55	Approx £60	Approx £65	Approx £70
Dalkeith to Edinburgh city centre	Approx. 7 miles	Approx £45	Approx £50	Approx £55	Approx £60	Approx £65	Approx £70	Approx £75
Prestonpans	Approx. 10 miles	Approx £45	Approx £50	Approx £55	Approx £60	Approx £65	Approx £70	Approx £75
Haddington	Approx. 16 miles	Approx £50	Approx £55	Approx £60	Approx £65	Approx £70	Approx £75	Approx £80
North Berwick	Approx. 25 miles	Approx £60	Approx £65	Approx £70	Approx £75	Approx £80	Approx £85	Approx £90
Livingston	Approx. 22 miles	Approx £60	Approx £65	Approx £70	Approx £75	Approx £80	Approx £85	Approx £90
Linlithgow	Approx. 27 miles	Approx £65	Approx £70	Approx £75	Approx £80	Approx £85	Approx £90	Approx £95
Stirling	Approx. 45 miles	Approx £75	Approx £80	Approx £85	Approx £90	Approx £95	Approx £100	Approx £105
Perth	Approx. 55 miles	Approx £80	Approx £85	Approx £90	Approx £95	Approx £100	Approx £105	Approx £110
Dunfermline	Approx. 20 miles	Approx £55	Approx £60	Approx £65	Approx £70	Approx £75	Approx £80	Approx £85
Glasgow city centre	Approx. 50 miles	Approx £85	Approx £90	Approx £95	Approx £100	Approx £105	Approx £110	Approx £115

Prices and distances are illustrative estimates for planning purposes, not confirmed quotations. Actual fares depend on the collection point, route, date, time, vehicle availability, passenger numbers, luggage and any additional stops or waiting time.

Minibus transfers to the airport

Transferring to the airport can also be easier when travelling together, particularly if you’re catching the same flight, have lots of cases, or would rather not cram yourselves (and your luggage!) into two or three cars and then struggle to find parking once you’ve arrived! We can pick you up from Dalkeith for travel to Edinburgh Airport (occasionally it can even be quicker to continue through to Glasgow Airport!), or even just carry out any other journeys you may require such as travelling to your hotel. For early morning flights allow plenty of extra time in case of traffic, as journey times can vary greatly depending on the time of day, particularly if travelling via the Edinburgh City Bypass and on to the airport roads. To help us advise the best pick up time for your airport transfer it would be useful to know:

Your flight departure time
Where you require collection from (ideally with a postcode)
How many passengers there are
Your luggage requirements

Estimated Airport Transfer Prices from Dalkeith

Airport	Approx. Distance	6 Seater	8 Seater	10 Seater	12 Seater	14 Seater	16 Seater	18 Seater
Edinburgh Airport	Approx. 12 miles	Approx £45	Approx £50	Approx £55	Approx £60	Approx £65	Approx £70	Approx £75
Glasgow Airport	Approx. 55 miles	Approx £85	Approx £90	Approx £95	Approx £100	Approx £105	Approx £110	Approx £115
Dundee Airport	Approx. 65 miles	Approx £90	Approx £95	Approx £100	Approx £105	Approx £110	Approx £115	Approx £120
Newcastle Airport	Approx. 115 miles	Approx £145	Approx £155	Approx £165	Approx £175	Approx £185	Approx £195	Approx £205
Aberdeen Airport	Approx. 125 miles	Approx £150	Approx £160	Approx £170	Approx £180	Approx £190	Approx £200	Approx £210

Airport distances and prices are approximate examples only. Check your specific journey and confirm the final fare before booking.

Minibus Hire for Weddings

Got a wedding coming up, either for yourself, or know of someone else that does? We regularly travel with Wedding Parties & guests throughout Edinburgh, Midlothian & further afield. We can provide transport to/from reception/accommodation (particularly handy if some of your guests are travelling from far away!), or you can even just use us to get you & your guests home safely after a day/night of celebrations!

Wedding Venues close to Dalkeith include:

Dalkeith Country Park Restoration Yard
Newbattle Abbey College
Melville Castle

We have 8, 10, 16 & 18 seater minibuses, so if you’d like to enquire please let us know roughly how many passengers you have so we can advise on the most suitable vehicle. Alternatively have a look at our coach hire page for larger vehicles.

Wedding minibus hire top tip! Try & organise things as far ahead of the big day as you can so you have an idea of timings for collection. Allow for any traffic/parking issues at your reception/ceremony venues (access/parking can be limited at castles & historic venues!), check what parking/waiting provisions are in place & try & agree collection/drop off points. Don’t forget to arrange onward/return travel!

Other Minibus Hire for Groups

Planning a school trip, work outing, or fancy hiring a minibus for the day so your family/party/group can head out together (for birthdays/family days out/exploring the Lothians etc)? Why not get in touch & let us know what you’re planning.

We offer 8, 10, 16 & 18 seater minibuses, or if you’re looking to travel with a larger group why not consider one of our coaches instead!

Top tip! As ever, make sure your vehicle is suitable not just for the number of passengers travelling, but also taking into consideration any luggage/equipment etc!

How much does minibus hire cost?

As with all minibus/coach hire companies, minibus hire with driver costs will vary depending on a number of factors, including date/time/duration of hire, distance to be travelled, number of stops, waiting time etc. If you’d like to request a quote please try & include as much of the following information as possible:

Date & ideally timings of hire/travel required
Collection address/postcode
Destination/s
Number of passengers travelling
How much luggage there is
Any other relevant information such as itineraries and additional collection points

Quotations are bespoke so take into consideration the above requirements plus the type of vehicle needed, timings, distance travelled & any other additional costs/stops. It’s also worth checking if parking/tolls/waiting time etc are included where applicable.

Minibus Hire Edinburgh provide minibus hire with driver in Edinburgh & throughout the Lothians for 8-18 passengers (plus coach hire for larger groups). Based in Dalkeith we can provide airport minibus transfers, day trips, excursions & more – why not get in touch today!

Can we travel to Dalkeith Country Park as a family?

You can use our minibus hire service to travel to Dalkeith country park as a family. If you let us know what time you want to arrive and where you would like to be picked up from we can sort you out.

Can I travel to my wedding venue as a group from Dalkeith?

You can hire our minibus with driver service to travel to and from your wedding in Dalkeith. Just tell us where you want to be picked up from and dropped off at and we can help.

Can we travel to the National Museum of Scotland from Dalkeith?

Yes you can travel to the National Museum of Scotland from Dalkeith as a group. Speak to us if you would like to hire a bus to travel there. Whether your going as a family or a school trip.

What should I keep in mind when hiring a bus from Dalkeith?

Keep in mind how many passengers you will have and if you have any bags. Where you want to go and when you want to leave. If you think there will be a busy time of travel then book early.