The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Kingussie
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£55
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£55
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
2 h 47 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
2 h 47 m
Trains on 23 Sept
2
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Kingussie is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Kingussie will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 2 trains from Edinburgh to Kingussie, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 136 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 47 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.
10:322h47Edinburgh13:19Kingussie£551One-way0 changes
9:322h47Edinburgh12:19Kingussie£561One-way0 changes
10:322h47Edinburgh13:19Kingussie£551One-way0 changes
9:322h47Edinburgh12:19Kingussie£561One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Kingussie
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Kingussie among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 136 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£51 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest | £63 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Kingussie:
A coach is £38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Kingussie costing on average £51.
Other travel options to Kingussie take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 32m.
Tickets start at around £51 compared to roughly £63 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £11. The journey takes 2h 45m versus 2h 19m 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.
Direct services run with London North Eastern Railway, Scotrail.
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 Kingussie train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Kingussie trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:32 Edinburgh | 2h47 | 12:19 Kingussie | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:32 Edinburgh | 2h47 | 13:19 Kingussie | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh to Kingussie by train or coach
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Why should you book Edinburgh to Kingussie trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs London North Eastern Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for London North Eastern Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Scotrail to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Kingussie.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare London North Eastern Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Edinburgh to Kingussie.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Kingussie
Trains from Edinburgh to Kingussie run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 21:21. The fastest train covers the 136 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 136 km |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 5:33 |
Last train 21:21 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway from Edinburgh to Kingussie trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Edinburgh and Kingussie from £8. 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 Kingussie train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Kingussie 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 Kingussie, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Kingussie
Most Edinburgh to Kingussie trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Kingussie station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Kingussie 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 Kingussie station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Kingussie from Kingussie city centre
Kingussie train station facilities and services
Kingussie has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, 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 Kingussie.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kingussie. 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 Kingussie: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kingussie: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kingussie: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1 and connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 2 (low platform) Blue Badge parking bays: 1, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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