The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Carluke
- Cheapest price on 08 Nov
- £10
- Average ticket price on 08 Nov
- £16
- Fastest journey on 08 Nov
- 2 h
- Average journey duration on 08 Nov
- 2 h 12 m
- Trains on 08 Nov
- 6
- Distance
- 46 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Carluke is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Carluke will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
To travel from Edinburgh to Carluke you need to make at least one change.
W84209 · L8851616:26 2h34 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 19:00 Carluke station (CLU) £10 1 One-way 1 change
W84217 · L8858718:26 2h33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 20:59 Carluke station (CLU) £10 1 One-way 1 change
L87972 · L88665+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central15:00 2h05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 17:05 Carluke station (CLU) £19 1 One-way 2 changes
L87756 · L88550+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central18:00 2h00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 20:00 Carluke station (CLU) £19 1 One-way 2 changes
L88007 · L88516+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central17:00 2h00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 19:00 Carluke station (CLU) £19 1 One-way 2 changes
L87756 · L88550+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central18:00 2h00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 20:00 Carluke station (CLU) £19 1 One-way 2 changes
L88007 · L88516+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central17:00 2h00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 19:00 Carluke station (CLU) £19 1 One-way 2 changes
L87972 · L88665+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central15:00 2h05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 17:05 Carluke station (CLU) £19 1 One-way 2 changes
L87980 · L88469+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central15:30 2h22 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 17:52 Carluke station (CLU) £19 1 One-way 2 changes
W84217 · L8858718:26 2h33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 20:59 Carluke station (CLU) £10 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Carluke
Trains from Edinburgh to Carluke run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 36m.
Distance 46 km |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 5:40 |
Last train 23:21 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 6 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Edinburgh to Carluke trip
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Edinburgh and Carluke
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Carluke train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Carluke 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 Carluke, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Carluke
Most Edinburgh to Carluke trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Carluke station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Carluke 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 Carluke station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Carluke from Carluke city centre
Carluke is 1 km from Carluke city centre. Public transport options include:
Carluke train station facilities and services
Carluke has practical services for this route, including 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 Carluke.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Carluke. 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 Carluke: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Carluke: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carluke: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 2, ramp to platform 1 and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms or long route via public road Blue Badge parking bays: 7, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Train stations for Edinburgh to Carluke
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