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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Paisley St James (PYJ)
Cheapest price on 02 Sept
£25
Average ticket price on 02 Sept
£25
Fastest journey on 02 Sept
1 h 34 m
Average journey duration on 02 Sept
1 h 50 m
Trains on 02 Sept
6
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Paisley St James (PYJ) 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 Paisley St James (PYJ) will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
To travel from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Paisley St James (PYJ) you need to make at least one change.
L88236 · W838948:572h07Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:04Paisley St James (PYJ)£251One-way1 change- W84197 · W838908:282h06Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:34Paisley St James (PYJ)£251One-way1 change
- W84242 · W838979:272h07Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:34Paisley St James (PYJ)£251One-way1 change
- L87831 · W83890+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central9:001h34Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:34Paisley St James (PYJ)£251One-way2 changes - L87843 · W83894+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central9:151h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:04Paisley St James (PYJ)£251One-way2 changes
- L87831 · W83890+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central9:001h34Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:34Paisley St James (PYJ)£251One-way2 changes
- L87816 · W83886+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central8:301h34Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:04Paisley St James (PYJ)£251One-way2 changes
- L87843 · W83894+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central9:151h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:04Paisley St James (PYJ)£251One-way2 changes
- W84197 · W838908:282h06Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:34Paisley St James (PYJ)£251One-way1 change
- L88236 · W838948:572h07Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:04Paisley St James (PYJ)£251One-way1 change
Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Paisley St James (PYJ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Paisley St James (PYJ) trains for today, Tuesday 1 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G00694+W83871 | On time 6:25 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h39 | 8:04 Paisley St James (PYJ) | 1 change | |
| L88231 · W83874 | On time 6:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h06 | 8:34 Paisley St James (PYJ) | 1 change | |
| W84227 · W83878 | On time 6:58 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h07 | 9:05 Paisley St James (PYJ) | 1 change | |
| L87781 · W83878+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | On time 7:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h50 | 9:05 Paisley St James (PYJ) | 2 changes | |
| W68264 · W83882 | On time 7:41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h53 | 9:34 Paisley St James (PYJ) | 1 change | |
| W84197 · W83890 | On time 8:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h06 | 10:34 Paisley St James (PYJ) | 1 change | |
| L88236 · W83894 | On time 8:57 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h07 | 11:04 Paisley St James (PYJ) | 1 change | |
| W84242 · W83897 | On time 9:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h07 | 11:34 Paisley St James (PYJ) | 1 change | |
| L88244 · W83908 | On time 10:59 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h06 | 13:05 Paisley St James (PYJ) | 1 change | |
| L87902 · W83908+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | On time 11:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h50 | 13:05 Paisley St James (PYJ) | 2 changes | |
| L88248 · W83913 | On time 11:56 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h38 | 13:34 Paisley St James (PYJ) | 1 change | |
| L87114 · W83918 | On time 11:59 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h05 | 14:04 Paisley St James (PYJ) | 1 change | |
| L87928 · W83918+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | On time 12:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h49 | 14:04 Paisley St James (PYJ) | 2 changes | |
| W84188 · W83922 | On time 12:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h06 | 14:34 Paisley St James (PYJ) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Paisley St James (PYJ)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Paisley St James (PYJ) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 04:52. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 79 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 4:52 |
Last train 4:52 |
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FAQs: Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Paisley St James (PYJ) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Paisley St James (PYJ) 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 Paisley St James (PYJ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Paisley St James (PYJ)
Most Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Paisley St James (PYJ) trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Paisley St James (PYJ) 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 Paisley St James from Glasgow city centre
Paisley St James is 2 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Paisley St James train station facilities and services
Paisley St James has practical services for this route, including Parking, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
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 Paisley St James: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Paisley St James: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Most popular train connections from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Most popular trains to and from Paisley St James (PYJ) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
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