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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Ardrossan Harbour (ADS)
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£53
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£53
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
1 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
2 h 59 m
Trains on 20 Sept
5
Distance
108 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Ardrossan Harbour (ADS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Ardrossan Harbour (ADS) will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
To travel from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Ardrossan Harbour (ADS) you need to make at least one change.
10:002h00Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:00Ardrossan Harbour (ADS)£531One-way1 change- 11:301h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:19Ardrossan Harbour (ADS)£531One-way1 change
- 13:021h48Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:50Ardrossan Harbour (ADS)£531One-way1 change
- 16:001h40Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)17:40Ardrossan Harbour (ADS)£531One-way1 change
- 23:307h37Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:07Ardrossan Harbour (ADS)£531One-way1 change
- 16:001h40Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)17:40Ardrossan Harbour (ADS)£531One-way1 change
- 13:021h48Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:50Ardrossan Harbour (ADS)£531One-way1 change
- 11:301h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:19Ardrossan Harbour (ADS)£531One-way1 change
- 10:002h00Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:00Ardrossan Harbour (ADS)£531One-way1 change
- 23:307h37Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:07Ardrossan Harbour (ADS)£531One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Ardrossan Harbour (ADS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Ardrossan Harbour (ADS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £27, while a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 108 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-6.10. The journey takes 2h 16m versus 2h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Ardrossan Harbour (ADS) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Ardrossan Harbour (ADS) trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 C14745 · W68575+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | Delayed 8:45 9:45Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h21 | 12:06 Ardrossan Harbour (ADS) | 2 changes | |
| Sunday 20 September | |||||
| 10:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h00 | 12:00 Ardrossan Harbour (ADS) | 1 change | |
| 11:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h49 | 13:19 Ardrossan Harbour (ADS) | 1 change | |
| 13:02 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h48 | 14:50 Ardrossan Harbour (ADS) | 1 change | |
| 16:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h40 | 17:40 Ardrossan Harbour (ADS) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Ardrossan Harbour (ADS)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Ardrossan Harbour (ADS) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 07:27. The fastest train covers the 108 km distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 108 km |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 4:52 |
Last train 7:27 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Scotrail from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Ardrossan Harbour (ADS) trainsScotrail trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Ardrossan Harbour (ADS) from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Ardrossan Harbour (ADS) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Ardrossan Harbour (ADS) 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 Ardrossan Harbour (ADS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Ardrossan Harbour (ADS)
Most Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Ardrossan Harbour (ADS) trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Ardrossan Harbour station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Ardrossan Harbour (ADS) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Ardrossan Harbour from Ardrossan city centre
Ardrossan Harbour is 1 km from Ardrossan city centre. Public transport options include:
Ardrossan Harbour train station facilities and services
Ardrossan Harbour has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ardrossan Harbour.
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 Ardrossan Harbour: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Ardrossan Harbour: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ardrossan Harbour: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Most popular train connections from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Most popular trains to and from Ardrossan Harbour (ADS) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Most popular train connections to Ardrossan Harbour (ADS)
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