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Compare coach and train for Edinburgh to Holytown
The cheapest option from Edinburgh to Holytown is coach, with an average price of £4. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Holytown among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 51 km
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£12 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest option |
1h 33m Average total duration 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration Fastest option 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Edinburgh to Holytown trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Scotrail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Scotrail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Caledonian Sleeper or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Holytown.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Scotrail with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Edinburgh to Holytown.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Caledonian Sleeper or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Holytown.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh to Holytown.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Holytown
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Typically, there are 2 trains per day from Edinburgh to Holytown, including 2 direct trains, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 51 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Lowest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 5:52 |
Last train 23:49 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail from Edinburgh to Holytown trainsScotrail, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Holytown from £4. 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 Holytown train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Holytown 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 Holytown, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Holytown
Most Edinburgh to Holytown trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Holytown station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Holytown 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 South Gyle from Edinburgh city centre
South Gyle is 6 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
South Gyle train station facilities and services
South Gyle has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at South Gyle.
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 South Gyle: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at South Gyle: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at South Gyle: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms and roadbridge connecting both platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 1, 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.
Getting to Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
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 Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
Which Holytown station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Holytown from Holytown city centre
Holytown train station facilities and services
Holytown 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 Holytown.
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 Holytown: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Holytown: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Holytown: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, 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, 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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