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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Ardrossan
Cheapest price on 30 Oct
£26
Average ticket price on 30 Oct
£26
Fastest journey on 30 Oct
2 h 34 m
Average journey duration on 30 Oct
2 h 34 m
Trains on 30 Oct
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 £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
On Fri 30 Oct, 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 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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.
7:28 2h34 Edinburgh 10:02 Ardrossan £26 1 One-way 0 changes
7:28 2h34 Edinburgh 10:02 Ardrossan £26 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Ardrossan
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Ardrossan run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. 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 1h 37m.
Distance 106 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
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 |
Frequently asked questions about your Edinburgh to Ardrossan trip
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Ardrossan train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Ardrossan trains for today, Thursday 29 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W84197 · W68569 | On time 8:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h34 | 11:02 Ardrossan Town (ADN) | 1 change | |
| W84242 · W68574 | On time 9:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h36 | 12:03 Ardrossan Town (ADN) | 1 change | |
| W84206 · W68581 | On time 10:25 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h37 | 13:02 Ardrossan Town (ADN) | 1 change | |
| W84253 · W68586 | On time 11:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h36 | 14:03 Ardrossan Town (ADN) | 1 change | |
L87919+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+W68586 | On time 11:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h18 | 14:03 Ardrossan Town (ADN) | 2 changes | |
| W84188 · W68592 | On time 12:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h35 | 15:03 Ardrossan Town (ADN) | 1 change | |
| W84232 · W68599 | On time 13:25 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h38 | 16:03 Ardrossan Town (ADN) | 1 change | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Edinburgh and Ardrossan
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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 Harbour station pair, with some services arriving at Ardrossan Town. 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.
Which Ardrossan station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
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 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.
Train stations for Edinburgh to Ardrossan
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