Anywhere Campers Rental company category:Standard
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Anywhere Campers EdinburghEdinburghView map
Campervan hire in Scotland often starts in Edinburgh: the Scottish capital, overlooked by its castle, is less than an hour's drive from the Kingdom of Fife, St Andrews and the first hills of Perthshire, at the gateway to the Highlands. 8 partner companies offer campervans, camper vans and motorhomes here: Anywhere Campers, Apollo, Bunk Campers, EasiCampers, Indie Campers, Just GO, McRent and Spaceships Rentals.
Most depots are grouped west of the city, on the business parks of Newbridge and Broxburn, a few kilometres from the airport.
7 rental partners
Where to pick up your vehicle in Edinburgh?
Apollo Rental company category:Standard
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Apollo Motorhome Holidays2 Drovers Road East Mains Industrial Estate Broxburn, EH52 5ND EdinburghView map
Bunk Campers Rental company category:Standard
Public rating of the rental company: 3.5/5 (1,927 reviews)
- Trustpilot 3.5/5 1,766 reviews
- Trustpilot 3.5/5 161 reviews
Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.
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Unit 2, Liggat Syke Place, East Mains Industrial Estate, EH52 5NA Broxburn, West LothianView map
EasiCampers Rental company category:Low cost
Public rating of the rental company: 2.6/5 (149 reviews)
- Trustpilot 2.5/5 127 reviews
- Trustpilot 3.0/5 22 reviews
Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.
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AirportUnit 11, Newbridge Industrial Estate, EH28 8PJ NewbridgeView map
Just GO Rental company category:Premium
Public rating of the rental company: 3.8/5 (1,080 reviews)
- Trustpilot 3.8/5 1,080 reviews
Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.
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2 Drovers Road East Mains Industrial Estate Broxburn, EH52 5ND EdinburghView map
McRent Rental company category:Standard
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McRent Edinburgh Ltd.1 Mossburn Avenue, ML7 5PX Harthill, ShottsView map
Spaceships Rentals Rental company category:Low cost
Public rating of the rental company: 3.7/5 (167 reviews)
- Trustpilot 3.7/5 167 reviews
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Spaceships Campervan Hire13 Tartraven Place, EH52 5LT BroxburnView map
Observed prices
Rental prices observed in Edinburgh
| Vehicle | Winter January | Spring April | Summer July | Autumn October |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campervan | from €80/day median €96/day | from €117/day median €263/day | from €187/day median €326/day | from €126/day median €261/day |
| Low-profile motorhome | from €84/day median €96/day | from €118/day median €136/day | from €185/day median €220/day | from €122/day median €141/day |
| Large motorhome | from €94/day median €101/day | from €133/day median €141/day | from €207/day median €244/day | from €137/day median €146/day |
Daily prices observed on October 21, 2026 for a 15-day rental: CoolDrive selling price, mandatory fees included, 3 rental companies compared. 100% of offers with unlimited mileage. Median excess: €2,381.
Road trip ideas
Road trips from Edinburgh
1 Fife, St Andrews and the East Neuk harbours
- Edinburgh
- Culross
- Falkland
- Pittenweem
- Anstruther
- Crail
- St Andrews
- Dundee
- Perth
- Edinburgh
The Queensferry Crossing spans the Firth of Forth next to the famous red railway bridge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stop at the old village of Culross and Falkland Palace, then follow the fishing harbours of the East Neuk, Pittenweem, Anstruther and Crail, to St Andrews, its ruined cathedral and its golf links. Return via the Tay bridge, Dundee, another departure city of our partners, and Perth.
- Distance
- about 300 km
- Recommended vehicle
- All types of motorhomes
2 Perth, the Cairngorms, Loch Ness and Inverness
- Edinburgh
- Perth
- Glenshee
- Braemar
- Ballater
- Tomintoul
- Aviemore
- Inverness
- Drumnadrochit
- Fort Augustus
- Dalwhinnie
- Pitlochry
- Edinburgh
After Perth and Blairgowrie, the road climbs to the Glenshee pass and drops down to Braemar and Royal Deeside, near Balmoral. The Lecht pass leads into the heart of Cairngorms National Park and to Aviemore, before Inverness and the shore of Loch Ness, from Urquhart Castle to Fort Augustus. The return follows the A9 via Dalwhinnie and Pitlochry. Glenshee and the Lecht are steep: a compact vehicle is more at ease there.
- Distance
- about 650 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or low-profile motorhome
3 The Borders and the East Lothian coast
- Edinburgh
- Roslin
- Peebles
- Melrose
- Dryburgh
- Jedburgh
- Kelso
- St Abbs
- Dunbar
- North Berwick
- Edinburgh
To the south, Rosslyn Chapel comes before the Tweed valley: Peebles, then the ruined abbeys of Melrose, Dryburgh, Jedburgh and Kelso, witnesses to the border wars with England. You reach the sea at the cliffs of St Abbs, a seabird reserve, then Dunbar and North Berwick, facing the Bass Rock and its gannet colony. Newcastle and Carlisle, departure cities of our partners, also make a one-way trip possible.
- Distance
- about 320 km
- Recommended vehicle
- All types of motorhomes
Weather and seasons
When to go in Edinburgh?
Best time
May, June and September
May to June, September
highs 14 to 17 °C, lows 8 to 10 °C
The best months to leave from Edinburgh: May and June offer an average of eleven hours of sunshine a day, and evenings stay light very late on the Fife coast or in the Cairngorms. September, quieter once the festivals are over, keeps highs around 16 °C and heather still in bloom early in the month.
High season
July and August
July to August
highs 18 to 19 °C, lows 12 °C
The mildest months of the year, and the most in demand: in August, the Fringe, the International Festival and the Military Tattoo fill the city, and nearby campsites are fully booked. July is also the wettest month of summer, with nearly 90 mm of rain: keep a flexible plan and a fallback stop.
March, April and October
March to April, October
highs 9 to 13 °C, lows 3 to 8 °C
Contrasting shoulder seasons: April is the driest month of the year, with about 50 mm of rain, while October is the wettest, around 100 mm. Spring daffodils and the golden forests of Perthshire in autumn attract few visitors, but some Highland campsites only open at Easter and close at the end of October.
Winter
November to February
November to February
highs 7 to 9 °C, lows 2 to 5 °C
Winter is cool but rarely freezing in the city, with only three to five hours of sunshine a day. The Christmas market and Hogmanay, the great New Year celebration, liven up Edinburgh, while snow can make the high roads of the Cairngorms tricky. Stay on the coast and the main roads, with a heated vehicle and a campsite open all year round.
Climate in Edinburgh, month by month
Most pleasant months: July to August.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Sea |
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| Jan | 7 °C | 2 °C | 74 mm | 4 h/day | 6 °C |
| Feb | 8 °C | 3 °C | 75 mm | 5 h/day | 6 °C |
| Mar | 9 °C | 3 °C | 73 mm | 7 h/day | 7 °C |
| Apr | 11 °C | 4 °C | 52 mm | 9 h/day | 9 °C |
| May | 14 °C | 8 °C | 69 mm | 11 h/day | 13 °C |
| Jun | 17 °C | 10 °C | 79 mm | 11 h/day | 15 °C |
| Jul | 19 °C | 12 °C | 89 mm | 10 h/day | 15 °C |
| Aug | 18 °C | 12 °C | 81 mm | 10 h/day | 16 °C |
| Sep | 16 °C | 10 °C | 79 mm | 8 h/day | 15 °C |
| Oct | 13 °C | 8 °C | 100 mm | 5 h/day | 12 °C |
| Nov | 9 °C | 5 °C | 82 mm | 4 h/day | 9 °C |
| Dec | 8 °C | 3 °C | 92 mm | 3 h/day | 7 °C |
Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).
Practical tips
Everything to know before hitting the road
First miles outside the city
The Newbridge and Broxburn depots lead almost directly onto the M9, towards Stirling and the north, and onto the M8; the Queensferry Crossing to Fife is a few minutes away. This avoids crossing the city on your first drive, while you get used to driving on the left, roundabouts taken clockwise and speed limits in miles per hour.
Edinburgh's low emission zone
Since June 2024, Edinburgh's historic centre has been a low emission zone enforced by cameras: a penalty is sent for diesel vehicles older than the Euro 6 standard and petrol vehicles older than Euro 4. Rental vehicles are usually recent, but ask your rental company to confirm compliance and check the exact boundary before driving into town.
Single-track roads
North of Perth, many small glen roads and long stretches of the North Coast 500 have only one lane. The bays signposted "passing place" are for passing oncoming traffic or letting others overtake: pull in when one is on your side, otherwise wait opposite it. In a large motorhome, drive calmly and watch out for tractors and sheep.
The right of access excludes vehicles
The Scottish Outdoor Access Code gives walkers, cyclists and tent campers access to most land, but it excludes motor vehicles. Spending the night in a motorhome outside a campsite therefore depends on the landowner and the signs: many car parks in Fife, East Lothian and the Highlands forbid it. Ask permission before settling on private land.
What travellers ask
Your questions about a road trip in Edinburgh
Where do I pick up a campervan in Edinburgh?
Apollo and Just GO share the depot at 2 Drovers Road, on the East Mains estate in Broxburn, where Bunk Campers and Spaceships Rentals are also based. EasiCampers and Indie Campers are in Newbridge, near the airport, McRent in Harthill, halfway to Glasgow, and Anywhere Campers meets you in Edinburgh. The exact location is in your confirmation.
How much does campervan hire cost in Edinburgh?
Rates vary greatly by month: summer, and especially August with its festivals, is the busiest period, while winter remains quiet. Vehicle size, rental length and any one-way trip also count. Run a search with your dates: each offer shows a real price, mandatory fees included, which you can book straight away.
Can I drive the North Coast 500 from Edinburgh?
Yes: Inverness, the official start of the loop, is about 250 km away on the A9, a good half-day's drive. Add the roughly 830 km of the route and the return, and allow at least ten days, ideally two weeks. A campervan or camper van is more comfortable on the narrow stretches of the west and north coasts.
Can I return the campervan in another city?
Yes, several departure cities of our partners are suitable for a one-way trip: Glasgow to the west, Dundee to the north, Carlisle and Newcastle across the English border, or Cairnryan, the ferry port for Northern Ireland. Enter the return city in your search: only offers that accept it are shown, one-way fees included.
Which models are available from Edinburgh?
The choice ranges from the Brodie, with two seats and two berths, to family motorhomes with five berths such as the Bruce Auto or the Adria Matrix Plus. Be careful: some models have more seats than berths, like the Comfort Standard or the Compact Plus, which carry four people but only sleep two. Several vehicles come with an automatic gearbox.
Can I visit Edinburgh with the campervan?
Better not: the Old Town is made of steep, narrow cobbled streets, and parking is scarce and expensive. Leave the vehicle at a campsite or a park-and-ride on the outskirts, checking that it accepts large vehicles, then take the bus or the tram, which links the airport, Princes Street and the port of Leith.
Verified customer reviews
They rented in Edinburgh with CoolDrive Nomad
4.3
818 reviews
1. The motorhome had neither a reversing alarm nor a rear camera. Essential for this type of vehicle. 2. There was no option to purchase insurance without a deductible. The options were either to take out an external one or to reduce it with Indie Campers. Additionally, in the case of the one rented in Scotland, we were informed at the last moment that no insurance covered the upper and lower parts of the sides... Incredible! We could crash it but not scratch it... 3. Regarding the rental in Dublin: a) The location is very far from the airport and much further from the city.
J.
United Kingdom · Jun 2024
Trustpilot
Available team and very good service
Nicolas E.
United Kingdom · Jun 2024
Avis Vérifiés
A beautiful experience with useful advice for the visited country. One can talk about people, and that's invaluable.
J.
United Kingdom · Apr 2024
Trustpilot
Frequently asked questions
FAQ — Campervan and motorhome hire in Edinburgh
What licence do I need to drive a motorhome in the United Kingdom?
For a tourist stay, a valid category B licence lets you drive a vehicle under 3.5 tonnes, which covers most of the campervans and motorhomes on offer. Depending on the issuing country, an international driving permit may be required, especially if the licence is not written in the Latin alphabet. Minimum age and years of driving experience vary by rental company.
Where can I stay overnight in a motorhome around Edinburgh?
A few campsites surround the city, to the south towards the Pentland Hills and to the north-west on the shores of the Firth of Forth, with buses to the centre. On the East Lothian coast, North Berwick and Dunbar have several facing the sea. Those in Perthshire and Fife also let you hit the road from the very first evening.
How do I get to the depots from Edinburgh Airport?
The airport is west of the city, a few minutes by taxi from the Newbridge depots; those in Broxburn are about ten kilometres away. For McRent, in Harthill, allow about half an hour via the M8. Some rental companies arrange a transfer: give your flight number and arrival time when you book.
When should I book a campervan in Edinburgh?
From winter onwards for a July or August departure, when the festivals and British school holidays push demand up, and several weeks ahead for Easter. For Hogmanay, at the end of December, the few campsites open near the city fill up quickly: book vehicle and pitch together. In May or September, there is often still plenty of choice.
Which insurance should I choose for a campervan hired in Edinburgh?
Read the excess and options of each offer carefully: one customer who left from Edinburgh regretted not being able to remove the excess entirely with their rental company, nor having a reversing camera. Compare the amount left for you to pay, the excess reduction options and the exclusions, which often cover the roof, the underbody and the windscreen.
What should I see in Edinburgh before hitting the road?
The castle, the Royal Mile and the Palace of Holyroodhouse fill a good day, as does the climb up Arthur's Seat, an ancient volcano overlooking the city. The medieval Old Town and the Georgian New Town are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Royal Yacht Britannia, moored in Leith, can be reached by tram, without moving the campervan.
About us
Why start a motorhome trip from Edinburgh
Edinburgh combines a great cultural capital with quick access to very different landscapes. To the north, the Forth bridges lead to the Kingdom of Fife and the golf courses of St Andrews; via Perth, you reach the Cairngorms, Loch Ness and Inverness, the starting point of the North Coast 500; to the south, the Borders and their abbeys tell the turbulent story of the English border.
Eight partner companies, mostly grouped near the airport, cover every need, from a campervan for two to a family motorhome, and the 37 travellers who left a review after departing from the city give it an average of 4.1 out of 5. Glasgow, Dundee, Carlisle and Newcastle, other departure cities of our partners, let you finish the trip elsewhere, at the other end of the country or in England. And on your return, the city itself deserves a day or two.
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