The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Slateford (SLA)
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
7 m
Average duration
8 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
4 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Slateford (SLA) 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 Slateford (SLA) will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 5 trains that leave Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) for Slateford (SLA) 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 4 km distance in an average of 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 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.
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W74882Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Slateford (SLA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Slateford (SLA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 4 km
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38m Average total duration Fastest 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 49m Average total duration 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Slateford (SLA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Slateford (SLA) trains for tomorrow, Monday 12 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W74903 | On time 06:58 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h08 | 07:06 Slateford (SLA) | 0 changesdirect | |
W74874 | On time 08:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h07 | 08:35 Slateford (SLA) | 0 changesdirect | |
W74917 | On time 09:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h08 | 09:35 Slateford (SLA) | 0 changesdirect | |
W74882 | On time 10:25 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h09 | 10:34 Slateford (SLA) | 0 changesdirect | |
W74927 | On time 11:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h07 | 11:34 Slateford (SLA) | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Slateford (SLA) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Slateford (SLA)
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Slateford (SLA) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 17:29. The fastest train covers the 4 km distance in 7m.
Distance 4 km |
Average train duration 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 7m |
First train 04:52 |
Last train 17:29 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Slateford (SLA) trainsScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Slateford (SLA) from £3. 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 Slateford (SLA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Slateford (SLA) 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 Slateford (SLA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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