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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Cardenden
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£13
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 17 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 17 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Cardenden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Cardenden will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
To travel from Edinburgh to Cardenden you need to make at least one change.
C14620 · C147145:301h17Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:47Cardenden station (CDD)£131One-way1 change
- C14620 · C147145:301h17Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:47Cardenden station (CDD)£131One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Cardenden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Cardenden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 22 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Cardenden:
A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Cardenden costing on average £13.
Other travel options to Cardenden take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 32m.
Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-5.79. The journey takes 53m versus 45m 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 Cardenden train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Cardenden trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 17:18 Edinburgh | 0h56 | 18:14 Cardenden | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:42 Edinburgh | 0h54 | 18:36 Cardenden | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:19 Edinburgh | 0h49 | 22:08 Cardenden | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:51 Edinburgh | 0h54 | 22:45 Cardenden | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:49 Edinburgh | 0h53 | 23:42 Cardenden | 0 changesdirect | |
| 23:18 Edinburgh | 0h52 | 0:10 Cardenden | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| C14620 · C14714 | 5:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h17 | 6:47 Cardenden station (CDD) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Cardenden
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Cardenden run on average 6 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:07, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 50m.
Distance 22 km |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 6:07 |
Last train 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Edinburgh to Cardenden trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Cardenden from £8. 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 Cardenden train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Cardenden 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 Cardenden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Cardenden
Most Edinburgh to Cardenden trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Cardenden station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Cardenden 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 Cardenden station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Cardenden from Cardenden city centre
Cardenden train station facilities and services
Cardenden 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 Cardenden.
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 Cardenden: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardenden: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardenden: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1, steep ramp to platform 2, connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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