The cheapest and fastest trains from Bearsden to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bearsden to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bearsden to Edinburgh will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Of the 17 trains that leave Bearsden for Edinburgh every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 21 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:581h36Bearsden8:34Edinburgh£311One-way0 changes
7:281h45Bearsden9:13Edinburgh£311One-way0 changes
15:581h46Bearsden17:44Edinburgh£311One-way0 changes
16:281h35Bearsden18:03Edinburgh£311One-way0 changes
16:581h38Bearsden18:36Edinburgh£311One-way0 changes
22:151h19Bearsden23:34Edinburgh£431One-way1 change
23:141h19Bearsden0:33Edinburgh£431One-way1 change
20:131h20Bearsden21:33Edinburgh£431One-way1 change
21:141h20Bearsden22:34Edinburgh£431One-way1 change
22:451h21Bearsden0:06Edinburgh£431One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bearsden to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bearsden to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 71 km
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£41 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bearsden to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Bearsden to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Monday 6 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:58 Bearsden | 1h36 | 8:34 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:28 Bearsden | 1h45 | 9:13 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:58 Bearsden | 1h55 | 9:53 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:28 Bearsden | 2h06 | 10:34 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:58 Bearsden | 1h57 | 10:55 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:58 Bearsden | 1h46 | 17:44 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:28 Bearsden | 1h35 | 18:03 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:58 Bearsden | 1h38 | 18:36 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bearsden to Edinburgh
Trains from Bearsden to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 71 km distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 71 km |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 5:52 |
Last train 23:08 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Bearsden to Edinburgh trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Bearsden and Edinburgh from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bearsden to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bearsden to Edinburgh by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bearsden and Edinburgh
Most Bearsden to Edinburgh trains use the Bearsden to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Bearsden and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bearsden station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Bearsden from Bearsden city centre
Bearsden train station facilities and services
Bearsden has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bearsden.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bearsden. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bearsden: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bearsden: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bearsden: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramp to platform 2, level to platform 1 and connecting footbridge with stairs or use of roadbridge between platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Westerton from Bearsden city centre
Westerton is 1 km from Bearsden city centre. Public transport options include:
Westerton train station facilities and services
Westerton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Westerton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Westerton: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Westerton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Westerton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. Level to platform 1, ramp to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with between platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 3, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Hillfoot from Bearsden city centre
Hillfoot train station facilities and services
Hillfoot has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hillfoot.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hillfoot: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hillfoot: Bike Parking.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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