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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Blair Atholl
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£32
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£32
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 58 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 33 m
Trains on 18 Sept
6
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Blair Atholl is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Blair Atholl will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 6 trains from Edinburgh to Blair Atholl, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 23 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.
W83042 · C146745:333h23Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:56Blair Atholl station (BLA)£321One-way1 change- L8727413:321h58Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)15:30Blair Atholl station (BLA)£321One-way0 changes
- L8727110:332h03Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:36Blair Atholl station (BLA)£321One-way0 changes
- L87695 · C1468413:373h24Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)17:01Blair Atholl station (BLA)£321One-way1 change
- L87951 · C15335 · C1468413:453h16Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)17:01Blair Atholl station (BLA)£321One-way2 changes
- L8727413:321h58Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)15:30Blair Atholl station (BLA)£321One-way0 changes
- L8727110:332h03Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:36Blair Atholl station (BLA)£321One-way0 changes
- C146788:382h04Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:42Blair Atholl station (BLA)£321One-way0 changes
- L87951 · C15335 · C1468413:453h16Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)17:01Blair Atholl station (BLA)£321One-way2 changes
- W83042 · C146745:333h23Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:56Blair Atholl station (BLA)£321One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Edinburgh to Blair Atholl
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Blair Atholl among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 99 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£25 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Blair Atholl:
A coach is £16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Blair Atholl costing on average £25.
Other travel options to Blair Atholl take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 6m.
Tickets start at around £25 compared to roughly £53 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £28. The journey takes 2h 5m versus 1h 35m 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.
Direct services run with Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail.
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 Blair Atholl train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Blair Atholl trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W83042 · C14674 | 5:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h23 | 8:56 Blair Atholl station (BLA) | 1 change | |
| C14678 | 8:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h04 | 10:42 Blair Atholl station (BLA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87271 | 10:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h03 | 12:36 Blair Atholl station (BLA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87274 | 13:32 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h58 | 15:30 Blair Atholl station (BLA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87695 · C14684 | 13:37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h24 | 17:01 Blair Atholl station (BLA) | 1 change | |
| L87951 · C15335 · C14684 | 13:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h16 | 17:01 Blair Atholl station (BLA) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Blair Atholl
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Trains from Edinburgh to Blair Atholl run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 99 km |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 5:33 |
Last train 22:01 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail from Edinburgh to Blair Atholl trainsScotrail, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Blair Atholl from £6. 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 Blair Atholl train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Blair Atholl 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 Blair Atholl, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Blair Atholl
Most Edinburgh to Blair Atholl trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Blair Atholl station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Blair Atholl 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.
Which Blair Atholl station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Blair Atholl from Blair Atholl city centre
Blair Atholl train station facilities and services
Blair Atholl has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blair Atholl.
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 Blair Atholl: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Blair Atholl: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blair Atholl: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1- connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 2 or step-free route via level crossing and separate ramped entrance to platform 2 at south end of platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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