Edinburgh

Complete, easy‑to‑follow guide on how to reach the Edinburgh Life in the UK Test Centre 🇬🇧 — including address & location 🗺️, travel by car 🚗, bus 🚌, and train 🚆, parking 🅿️ and payment, how to find the exact building 🏢, and a Quick Summary (Easy Checklist) at the end 👇.

📍 Life in the UK Test Centre – Edinburgh

📌 Centre Name: MTS Edinburgh – Life in the UK Test Centre
🏢 Address: 40 Sciennes, Newington, Ground Floor, Edinburgh, EH9 1NJ, Scotland 🇬🇧

➡️ This is located in the Newington area, slightly south of Edinburgh city centre and easy to reach from most parts of the city.

🚗 1. By Car (Driving & Parking)

🛣️ Driving Directions

• Edinburgh is well connected by main roads including the A90, A1, and the Edinburgh City Bypass.

• Use satnav / Google Maps with postcode EH9 1NJ to reach Sciennes Road in Newington. 

🅿️ Parking Options

There’s limited on‑site parking, but several nearby pay car parks suitable for test day: 

📍 St. Leonard’s Car Park

• Open 24/7

• Typical charges:

  • 1 hr ≈ £2.70

  • 2 hrs ≈ £5

  • 4 hrs ≈ £8.40

• Accepts cash and JustPark app payments.

• From here, walk ~8 minutes south on the A700 → Sciennes Road to the test centre. 

📍 27A Nicolson Square Car Park

• Open 24/7

• Charges:

  • 1 hr ≈ £2.40

  • 2 hrs ≈ £4.50

  • 4 hrs ≈ £8

• Cash payments only (disabled spaces available).

• About 1 km walk (12–15 min) to the centre — or catch a nearby bus (e.g., number 30) to East Preston Street stop, then walk ~1 min. 

💳 Payment Tips

• Most paid car parks accept cash or app‑based payment.

• Always check signs for pricing, time limits, and payment instructions on test day. 

🚌 2. By Bus (Public Transport)

Edinburgh’s local buses offer several options near the test centre: 

🚏 Nearest Bus Routes & Stops

• Bus 2 – Get off at East Preston Street (short walk)
• Bus 30 – Get off at East Preston Street
• Bus 31 – Get off at Newington Road (about 300 m walk)
• Bus 33 – Get off at East Preston Street
• Bus 37 – Get off at Newington Road or Bernard Terrace (~5‑7 min walk)
• Bus 41 – Get off at Buccleuch Street (~10‑12 min walk) 

🚶 From the bus stop

• Walk toward Sciennes Road and follow signs or GPS toward 40 Sciennes.

💳 Bus Payment

• Edinburgh buses normally accept contactless payment (card/phone tap) when you board.

• You can also buy tickets in advance via local transport apps if needed. 

🚆 3. By Train

🚉 Main Train Station

Edinburgh Waverley Station 🛤️ — the city’s major rail hub.

• This is about 1.6 km (~20‑25 min walk) from the test centre. 

👣 Walking from Waverley

• Exit the station and walk south down A7/Leith Walk toward Hope Park Terrace.

• Turn right onto Hope Park Terrace, then head toward Sciennes Road.

• Follow the road to 40 Sciennes. 

🚌 Train + Bus Option

• From the station, you can also catch number 33 (Millerhill) bus toward East Preston Street.

• Get off at that stop and walk ~1–2 minutes to the test centre. 

🚆 Tips

• Trains to Waverley run from all over the UK — including Glasgow, London, Newcastle, and local Scottish towns.

• Always check live schedules via ScotRail or National Rail services.

🏢 4. Finding the Building (40 Sciennes)

📍 Where to Look

• The test centre is on the ground floor of 40 Sciennes in Newington — a residential/business street slightly south of the city centre. 

👣 Landmarks & Navigation Tips

• Sciennes is a distinct street that runs off the A700.

• Look for building numbers and signs indicating MTS Edinburgh near the entrance.

• There’s often on‑site parking signage if spaces are available. 

🧭 Facilities
✔️ Wheelchair accessible entrance 🚪
✔️ Nearby parking spots (some disabled spaces) 🅿️
✔️ Public transport access close by 🚍 🚆 

📝 Travel Tips Before You Go

✔️ Arrive 15–20 minutes early before your appointment ⏰
✔️ Bring the same photo ID you used when booking 📄
✔️ Check bus times or train arrival times on the day 📱
✔️ If driving, arrive early to secure parking — city centre parking can fill quickly 🚗 

✅ Quick Summary (Easy Checklist)

📍 Address:
MTS Edinburgh – 40 Sciennes, Newington, Ground Floor, Edinburgh, EH9 1NJ 🇬🇧 

🚗 By Car:
✔️ Use satnav postcode EH9 1NJ
✔️ Park at St. Leonard’s Car Park 🅿️
✔️ Or 27A Nicolson Square Car Park 🅿️
✔️ Pay by cash or JustPark app

🚌 By Bus:
✔️ Bus 2 / 30 / 31 / 33 / 37 / 41
✔️ Most exit at East Preston Street or Newington Road
✔️ Walk ~2–7 minutes to centre

🚆 By Train:
✔️ Arrive at Edinburgh Waverley Station
✔️ Walk ~20–25 min 🚶 or take bus 33 to East Preston Street

🏢 Finding the Centre:
✔️ Look for 40 Sciennes signs
✔️ Test centre on ground floor
✔️ Wheelchair accessible entry