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3About Colinton Mains
Colinton Mains lies in Edinburgh's southwestern suburbs, easily reached via the A720 City Bypass and A702. Most visitors make short trips from central Edinburgh, just 6km away, though the A720 connects to the M8 for Glasgow journeys. With approximately 200 EV charging points across the wider Edinburgh area, electric vehicle access is straightforward. The name derives from "Colinton Mains farm" – "mains" being Scots for the principal farm of an estate.
Where is Colinton Mains on the map?
Colinton Mains is in Scotland, at 55.912, -3.234 - about 4 km south-west of Morningside, Edinburgh.
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EV Chargers in Colinton Mains
- 382 Calder Road, Edinburgh150 kW
- Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh150 kW
- 1 Craw Yard Place, Edinburgh75 kW
- 101 Niddrie Mains Road, Edinburgh50 kW
- 119 Niddrie Mains Road, Edinburgh50 kW
Data source: OpenChargeMap
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What is the closest airport to Colinton Mains?
The closest airport to Colinton Mains is Edinburgh Airport, 21 km (about 21 min by car).