The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Gartcosh
Cheapest price on 26 Oct
£37
Average ticket price on 26 Oct
£41
Fastest journey on 26 Oct
1 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 26 Oct
1 h 3 m
Trains on 26 Oct
33
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Gartcosh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Gartcosh will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
To travel from Edinburgh to Gartcosh you need to make at least one change.
6:041h02Edinburgh7:06Gartcosh£371One-way1 change
7:031h06Edinburgh8:09Gartcosh£371One-way1 change
8:051h03Edinburgh9:08Gartcosh£371One-way1 change
9:071h02Edinburgh10:09Gartcosh£371One-way1 change
9:351h27Edinburgh11:02Gartcosh£371One-way1 change
6:041h02Edinburgh7:06Gartcosh£371One-way1 change
9:071h02Edinburgh10:09Gartcosh£371One-way1 change
8:051h03Edinburgh9:08Gartcosh£371One-way1 change
13:061h03Edinburgh14:09Gartcosh£371One-way1 change
15:061h03Edinburgh16:09Gartcosh£371One-way1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Gartcosh
Trains from Edinburgh to Gartcosh run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 56 km distance in 59m.
Distance 56 km |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 5:26 |
Last train 23:09 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Frequently asked questions about your Edinburgh to Gartcosh trip
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Gartcosh train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Gartcosh trains for today, Sunday 25 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:30 Edinburgh | 1h13 | 15:43 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:30 Edinburgh | 1h12 | 16:42 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:30 Edinburgh | 1h12 | 17:42 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:30 Edinburgh | 1h12 | 18:42 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:31 Edinburgh | 1h11 | 19:42 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:30 Edinburgh | 1h12 | 20:42 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:30 Edinburgh | 1h12 | 21:42 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:30 Edinburgh | 1h13 | 22:43 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:01 Edinburgh | 1h19 | 23:20 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:35 Edinburgh | 7h26 | 6:01 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 23:30 Edinburgh | 6h13 | 5:43 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
| Monday 26 October | |||||
![]() | 6:00 Edinburgh | 1h10 | 7:10 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:04 Edinburgh | 1h02 | 7:06 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:47 Edinburgh | 1h25 | 8:12 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:03 Edinburgh | 1h06 | 8:09 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:15 Edinburgh | 1h29 | 8:44 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:45 Edinburgh | 1h27 | 9:12 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:05 Edinburgh | 1h03 | 9:08 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:31 Edinburgh | 1h14 | 9:45 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:02 Edinburgh | 1h08 | 10:10 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:07 Edinburgh | 1h02 | 10:09 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:31 Edinburgh | 1h12 | 10:43 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:35 Edinburgh | 1h27 | 11:02 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:46 Edinburgh | 1h26 | 11:12 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:17 Edinburgh | 1h27 | 11:44 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:46 Edinburgh | 1h27 | 12:13 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:04 Edinburgh | 1h04 | 12:08 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:15 Edinburgh | 1h28 | 12:43 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:45 Edinburgh | 1h27 | 13:12 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:04 Edinburgh | 1h05 | 13:09 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:15 Edinburgh | 1h27 | 13:42 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:46 Edinburgh | 1h26 | 14:12 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:06 Edinburgh | 1h03 | 14:09 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:16 Edinburgh | 1h26 | 14:42 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:45 Edinburgh | 1h28 | 15:13 Gartcosh | 1 change | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Edinburgh and Gartcosh
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Gartcosh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Gartcosh 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 Gartcosh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Gartcosh
Most Edinburgh to Gartcosh trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Gartcosh station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Gartcosh 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 Gartcosh station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Gartcosh train station facilities and services
Gartcosh has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gartcosh: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Gartcosh: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gartcosh.
Train stations for Edinburgh to Gartcosh
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