Rent a Car in Downtown Edinburgh

Edinburgh Balgreen is located in western Edinburgh, approximately 3 km from Princes Street and Edinburgh's Old Town, about 10 minutes' drive via A8. The area is a convenient car rental option with good access to the A71 and A8 toward Edinburgh Airport, just 8 km to the west. From here you can reach Murrayfield Stadium, Scotland's national rugby stadium, in under 5 minutes.

Balgreen Road and Gorgie Road are the main traffic routes in the area, with direct connections to both the city center and the motorway network. Saughton Park with its award-winning rose gardens is located right nearby. Ikea Straiton and Hermiston Gait shopping centers can be reached in 10–15 minutes' drive to the south.

Balgreen is an excellent option if you want to avoid Edinburgh's congestion charges in the City Centre – park here and use public transport instead. Drive the A71 south toward Livingston for easy access to the motorway network heading toward Glasgow and beyond. Avoid Gorgie Road on match days at Heart of Midlothian FC's Tynecastle Park, just 500 m away.

How long does it take to drive from Edinburgh Balgreen to the airport? Approximately 15 minutes, just over 8 km to the west via A8 under normal traffic conditions. Is Edinburgh Balgreen close to Edinburgh's city center?

Yes, approximately 3 km and 10 minutes' drive from Princes Street and Old Town. Are there parking facilities at the rental station in Balgreen? The area has street parking along Balgreen Road – check the signs for time restrictions.

We compare prices from all major providers at Edinburgh Balgreen so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.