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Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Barrhead
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Barrhead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 77 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£43 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Barrhead:
A coach is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Barrhead costing on average £43.
Other travel options to Barrhead take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 21m.
Tickets start at around £43 compared to roughly £15 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-28.37. The journey takes 1h 35m versus 1h 24m 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Barrhead
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Trains from Edinburgh to Barrhead run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:46, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 77 km distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 77 km |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 5:46 |
Last train 22:26 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Edinburgh to Barrhead trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Barrhead from £12. 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 Barrhead train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Barrhead 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 Barrhead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Barrhead
Most Edinburgh to Barrhead trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Barrhead station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Barrhead 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 Barrhead station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Barrhead from Barrhead city centre
Barrhead train station facilities and services
Barrhead has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Barrhead.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barrhead. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barrhead: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barrhead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barrhead: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Steep ramp to platforms 2 & 3 - lift to platform 1. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 8, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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