4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Greenock
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£28
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£28
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
2 h 8 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
2 h 18 m
Trains on 19 Sept
6
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Greenock is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Greenock will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
To travel from Edinburgh to Greenock you need to make at least one change.
L88237 · L871828:582h09Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:07Greenock Central (GKC)£281One-way1 change- C14893 · L871747:592h08Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:07Greenock Central (GKC)£281One-way1 change
- W68929 · L87178+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central8:082h28Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:36Greenock Central (GKC)£281One-way2 changes - W68937 · L87182+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central8:412h26Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:07Greenock Central (GKC)£281One-way2 changes
- W68944 · L87185+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central9:092h27Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:36Greenock Central (GKC)£281One-way2 changes
- C14893 · L871747:592h08Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:07Greenock Central (GKC)£281One-way1 change
- L88237 · L871828:582h09Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:07Greenock Central (GKC)£281One-way1 change
- L87812 · L87178+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central8:152h21Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:36Greenock Central (GKC)£281One-way2 changes
- W68937 · L87182+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central8:412h26Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:07Greenock Central (GKC)£281One-way2 changes
- W68944 · L87185+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central9:092h27Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:36Greenock Central (GKC)£281One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Edinburgh to Greenock
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Greenock among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 97 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£26 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Greenock:
A coach is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Greenock costing on average £26.
Other travel options to Greenock take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 13m.
Tickets start at around £26 compared to roughly £19 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-6.63. The journey takes 1h 44m versus 1h 41m 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 Greenock train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Greenock trains for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L87936 · L87208+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | Delayed 11:45 12:45Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h51 | 14:36 Greenock Central (GKC) | 2 changes | |
| L87773 · W68786+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | On time 18:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h03 | 20:48 Greenock Central (GKC) | 2 changes | |
| L88274 · W68791 | On time 19:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h17 | 21:17 Greenock Central (GKC) | 1 change | |
| L87783 · W68791 | On time 19:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h02 | 21:17 Greenock Central (GKC) | 1 change | |
| W84268 · W68803 | On time 19:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h47 | 22:17 Greenock Central (GKC) | 1 change | |
 G01074+W68809 | On time 20:19 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h29 | 22:48 Greenock Central (GKC) | 1 change | |
| W84271 · W68816 | On time 20:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h35 | 23:02 Greenock Central (GKC) | 1 change | |
| L87819 · W68816 | On time 20:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h17 | 23:02 Greenock Central (GKC) | 1 change | |
| G01080+W68824 | On time 21:18 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h29 | 23:47 Greenock Central (GKC) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 19 September | |||||
| C14893 · L87174 | 7:59 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h08 | 10:07 Greenock Central (GKC) | 1 change | |
| W68929 · L87178+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 8:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h28 | 10:36 Greenock Central (GKC) | 2 changes | |
| L87812+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+L87178 | 8:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h21 | 10:36 Greenock Central (GKC) | 2 changes | |
| W68937+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+L87182 | 8:41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h26 | 11:07 Greenock Central (GKC) | 2 changes | |
| L88237 · L87182 | 8:58 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h09 | 11:07 Greenock Central (GKC) | 1 change | |
| W68944 · L87185+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 9:09 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h27 | 11:36 Greenock Central (GKC) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Greenock
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Greenock run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 22:19. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 2h 8m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 5:23 |
Last train 22:19 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Edinburgh to Greenock trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Greenock from £14. 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 Greenock train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Greenock 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 Greenock, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Greenock
Most Edinburgh to Greenock trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Greenock Central station pair, with some services arriving at Greenock West. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Greenock 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 Greenock station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Greenock Central from Greenock city centre
Greenock Central train station facilities and services
Greenock Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Greenock Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Greenock Central. 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 Greenock Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Greenock Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Greenock Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1, ramp to platform 2 and stairs between platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Greenock West from Greenock city centre
Greenock West train station facilities and services
Greenock West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Greenock West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Greenock West. 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 Greenock West: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Greenock West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Greenock West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs down to below ground platforms, 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: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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