There are plenty of amenities within Loanhead as it's grown with the city of Edinburgh. If you want to venture further you could always hire a minibus. It will allow everyone to travel in one vehicle instead of having everyone take their own car. At Minibus Hire Edinburgh we offer minibuses with drivers for 8,10,12,14,16 & 18 seaters. As well as a coach hire service. We can take you to airports, weddings, school trips and more.
Loanhead falls under the EH20 postcode. We can arrange pick up points around High street, Clerk Street and surrounding roads. Give us a postcode to help plan your journey around the pick up area. There are several schools located in Loanhead such as; Loanhead Primary School and Paradykes Primary School. There is also Lasswade High School Centre. Pick up points for school trips should be discussed with your point of contact. Loanhead doesn't have its own train station. Some people may find it easier to use Newcraighall Station. Where others may prefer to use the train station in Edinburgh. Let us know what works best for you.
| Pickup point | Location / postcode | Suitable for | Collection considerations |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Street | Loanhead, EH20 | Town centre collections and local group travel | Confirm a suitable stopping point and provide your full postcode |
| Clerk Street | Loanhead, EH20 | Residential pickups and private hires | Check vehicle access and local stopping arrangements |
| Loanhead Primary School | Loanhead | School trips and organised excursions | Agree the pickup location with the school or trip organiser |
| Paradykes Primary School | Loanhead | School groups and educational visits | Confirm arrangements and boarding times in advance |
| Lasswade High School Centre | Midlothian | School trips and group transport | Agree a suitable collection point with the organiser |
| Newcraighall Station | Edinburgh | Rail connections and onward group journeys | Confirm a convenient meeting point before travelling |
| Edinburgh railway stations | Edinburgh | Rail arrivals and transfers for larger groups | Specify the station and agree the exact pickup location |
Pickup locations are suggestions. Actual collection arrangements depend on vehicle access, stopping restrictions, availability and any permission required from schools or venues.
If you're looking to visit local attractions. You can visit the Straiton Retail Park which is popular with locals. Or if you want something more relaxing Straiton Pond Local Nature Reserve is close to the retail park. Visit Rosslyn Chapel which is located in Roslin. Many tourists travel to see this wonder. Another attraction you can visit is the National Mining Museum Scotland in Newtongrange. You could collect from Loanhead then stop off at Rosslyn Chapel and maybe have lunch on your way back. Just let us know what you're looking to achieve with your hire.
The distance to Edinburgh Airport from Loanhead is roughly 10-12 miles. Depending on your pick up address. Having a minibus with driver can come in handy when flying with friends or family. Let us know if you need a transfer to Edinburgh Airport or even Glasgow Airport. Allow enough time for the journey as the City bypass can get very busy at certain times of the day. Give us your flight information and pick up address to get a price.
| Airport | Approximate road distance | 8–10 seats | 12–14 seats | 16–18 seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Airport | Approx 10–12 miles | Approx £55–£75 | Approx £65–£90 | Approx £80–£105 |
| Glasgow Airport | Approx 50–60 miles | Approx £125–£165 | Approx £150–£195 | Approx £175–£230 |
| Glasgow Prestwick Airport | Approx 80–90 miles | Approx £170–£220 | Approx £200–£260 | Approx £230–£300 |
| Dundee Airport | Approx 60–70 miles | Approx £130–£170 | Approx £155–£205 | Approx £180–£240 |
| Aberdeen Airport | Approx 125–140 miles | Approx £260–£340 | Approx £305–£395 | Approx £355–£465 |
Airport distances and prices are approximate planning estimates, not confirmed live fares. Actual routes and costs vary with pickup address, date, traffic, vehicle availability, luggage and any waiting or parking charges. Confirm your quotation before booking.
If you're hiring a minibus to attend a wedding. There are many places to choose from. Loanhead Miners Charitable Society is one of them. You could also hire our services to travel to other venues in the surrounding area. Once you have found your preferred venue. Let us know and we can collect you and take you there. We can provide a coach hire if required for your event.
| Minibus size | Passenger capacity | Approximate starting price | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 seat | Up to 8 passengers | Approx £40 | Small groups and family outings |
| 10 seat | Up to 10 passengers | Approx £45 | Private hires and local trips |
| 12 seat | Up to 12 passengers | Approx £50 | Group outings and day trips |
| 14 seat | Up to 14 passengers | Approx £55 | Events and organised travel |
| 16 seat | Up to 16 passengers | Approx £65 | Weddings and larger group transfers |
| 18 seat | Up to 18 passengers | Approx £75 | School trips and larger parties |
These are illustrative starting estimates, not confirmed company tariffs. Actual prices depend on the date, journey distance, hire duration, passenger numbers, stops, waiting time and vehicle availability. Confirm luggage capacity when booking.
It depends on how far you're travelling. How many people you have, the amount of luggage and how long you want the hire for. Ask if there are any additional costs such as parking or waiting time. If you're looking to hire a minibus in Loanhead. Give us a date and postcode. Along with your destination and amount of people and luggage. Minibus Hire Edinburgh provides minibus hire with driver. And coach hire around the Midlothian area and further.
Why not explore the National Mining Museum Scotland at Newtongrange together! Minibus hire from Loanhead could be ideal for a family day out, school trip or heritage tour.
Minibus hire from Loanhead could be just what you’re looking for if you’re planning on visiting Straiton Retail Park (or other shops) with a group. Let us know timings for collection/drop off and if you think you may have lots of shopping bags!
Minibus hire from Loanhead could be ideal for walking/rambling groups or anyone planning on exploring nature with a group. Let us know what start/finish points you have in mind and we can do our best to help!
There are traffic restrictions in place in certain areas of Edinburgh’s Old Town so tell us where you want travelling to/from and what time you want to get there for so we can advise on the best options available for you!