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Compare coach and train for Edinburgh to Bishopbriggs
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Bishopbriggs among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £38, while a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 64 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£38 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Bishopbriggs take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 25m.
You'll arrive about 24m sooner (46m by train vs 1h 10m by car). Tickets start at around £38 compared to roughly £13 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Scotrail, ScotRail.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Why book with Omio vs Scotrail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Scotrail, but also compare tickets for the likes of ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Bishopbriggs.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh to Bishopbriggs.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Bishopbriggs
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Bishopbriggs run on average 5 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 64 km distance in 37m.
Distance 64 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 5:37 |
Last train 23:30 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Edinburgh to Bishopbriggs trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Bishopbriggs from £31. 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 Bishopbriggs train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Bishopbriggs 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 Bishopbriggs, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Bishopbriggs
Most Edinburgh to Bishopbriggs trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Bishopbriggs station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Bishopbriggs 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 Bishopbriggs station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Bishopbriggs from Bishopbriggs city centre
Bishopbriggs train station facilities and services
Bishopbriggs has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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 Bishopbriggs.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bishopbriggs.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bishopbriggs. 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 Bishopbriggs: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bishopbriggs: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bishopbriggs: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Steep ramps and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms, 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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