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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Isle of Bute
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Trains from Edinburgh to Isle of Bute run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:00, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 117 km distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 117 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 8:00 |
Last train 21:15 |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Edinburgh to Isle of Bute train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Isle of Bute 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 Isle of Bute, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Isle of Bute
Most Edinburgh to Isle of Bute trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Drumfrochar station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Isle of Bute 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.
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