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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Ardrossan
Cheapest price on 14 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 14 Sept
£27
Fastest journey on 14 Sept
2 h 17 m
Average journey duration on 14 Sept
2 h 17 m
Trains on 14 Sept
1
Distance
106 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Ardrossan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Ardrossan will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
On Mon 14 Sept, we found 1 trains from Edinburgh to Ardrossan, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 106 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 17 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.
10:452h17Edinburgh13:02Ardrossan£271One-way0 changes
- 10:452h17Edinburgh13:02Ardrossan£271One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Edinburgh to Ardrossan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Ardrossan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £26, while a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 106 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £26 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-4.99. The journey takes 2h 11m versus 1h 53m 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 to Ardrossan train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Ardrossan trains for tomorrow, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:45 Edinburgh | 2h17 | 13:02 Ardrossan | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Ardrossan
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Ardrossan run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 106 km distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 106 km |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 5:52 |
Last train 22:15 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Edinburgh to Ardrossan trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Ardrossan 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 to Ardrossan train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Ardrossan 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Ardrossan
Most Edinburgh to Ardrossan trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Ardrossan Town station pair, with some services arriving at Ardrossan Harbour. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Ardrossan 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 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 Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
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 Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: 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 both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Ardrossan station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Ardrossan Town from Ardrossan city centre
Ardrossan Town is 1 km from Ardrossan city centre. Public transport options include:
Ardrossan Town train station facilities and services
Ardrossan Town 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 Town.
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 Town: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Ardrossan Town: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ardrossan Town: 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.
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.
Getting to Ardrossan South Beach from Ardrossan city centre
Ardrossan South Beach is 1 km from Ardrossan city centre. Public transport options include:
Ardrossan South Beach train station facilities and services
Ardrossan South Beach has practical services for this route, including 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 Ardrossan South Beach.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ardrossan South Beach. 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, Arrival screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ardrossan South Beach: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Ardrossan South Beach: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ardrossan South Beach: 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 single platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 1, 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.
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