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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blair Atholl station (BLA)
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£17
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
3 h 23 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
3 h 23 m
Trains on 23 Sept
1
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blair Atholl station (BLA) 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 Blair Atholl station (BLA) will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
To travel from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blair Atholl station (BLA) you need to make at least one change.
W83042 · C146745:333h23Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:56Blair Atholl station (BLA)£171One-way1 change
- W83042 · C146745:333h23Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:56Blair Atholl station (BLA)£171One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blair Atholl station (BLA)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blair Atholl station (BLA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 99 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blair Atholl station (BLA):
A coach is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blair Atholl station (BLA) costing on average £31.
Other travel options to Blair Atholl station (BLA) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 14m.
Tickets start at around £31 compared to roughly £53 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £22. The journey takes 2h 7m versus 1h 43m 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.
Direct services run with Scotrail.
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 Blair Atholl station (BLA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blair Atholl station (BLA) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W83042 · C14674 | 5:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h23 | 8:56 Blair Atholl station (BLA) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blair Atholl station (BLA)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blair Atholl station (BLA) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 12:53. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 99 km |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 4:33 |
Last train 12:53 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Scotrail from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blair Atholl station (BLA) trainsScotrail trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Blair Atholl station (BLA) from £8. 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 Blair Atholl station (BLA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blair Atholl station (BLA) 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 Blair Atholl station (BLA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Blair Atholl station (BLA)
Most Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blair Atholl station (BLA) trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Blair Atholl station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Blair Atholl station (BLA) 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 Blair Atholl from Blair Atholl city centre
Blair Atholl train station facilities and services
Blair Atholl has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blair Atholl.
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 Blair Atholl: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Blair Atholl: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blair Atholl: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1- connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 2 or step-free route via level crossing and separate ramped entrance to platform 2 at south end of platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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 Blair Atholl station (BLA) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
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