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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Carrbridge
Cheapest price on 26 Sept
£59
Average ticket price on 26 Sept
£65
Fastest journey on 26 Sept
2 h 54 m
Average journey duration on 26 Sept
3 h 23 m
Trains on 26 Sept
5
Distance
153 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Carrbridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Carrbridge will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
On Sat 26 Sept, we found 5 trains from Edinburgh to Carrbridge, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 153 km distance in an average of 3 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 19 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.
8:422h54Edinburgh11:36Carrbridge£591One-way0 changes- 10:383h03Edinburgh13:41Carrbridge£591One-way0 changes
- 19:403h06Edinburgh22:46Carrbridge£591One-way0 changes
- 13:384h19Edinburgh17:57Carrbridge£701One-way1 change
4:203h33Edinburgh7:53Carrbridge£771One-way0 changes
- 8:422h54Edinburgh11:36Carrbridge£591One-way0 changes
- 10:383h03Edinburgh13:41Carrbridge£591One-way0 changes
- 19:403h06Edinburgh22:46Carrbridge£591One-way0 changes
- 4:203h33Edinburgh7:53Carrbridge£771One-way0 changes
- 13:384h19Edinburgh17:57Carrbridge£701One-way1 change
Live departures
Edinburgh to Carrbridge train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Carrbridge trains for today, Friday 25 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 L87703 · C14684 | On time 14:41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h16 | 17:57 Carrbridge station (CAG) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 26 September | |||||
| 4:20 Edinburgh | 3h33 | 7:53 Carrbridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:42 Edinburgh | 2h54 | 11:36 Carrbridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:38 Edinburgh | 3h03 | 13:41 Carrbridge | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Carrbridge
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Carrbridge run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 20:58. The fastest train covers the 153 km distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 153 km |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 6:03 |
Last train 20:58 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: Scotrail from Edinburgh to Carrbridge trainsScotrail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Carrbridge from £9. 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 Carrbridge train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Carrbridge 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 Carrbridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Carrbridge
Most Edinburgh to Carrbridge trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Carrbridge station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Carrbridge 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 Carrbridge station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Carrbridge from Carrbridge city centre
Carrbridge is 1 km from Carrbridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Carrbridge train station facilities and services
Carrbridge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Carrbridge.
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 Carrbridge: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Carrbridge: Bike Parking.
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