The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Largs
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£28
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£28
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
2 h 23 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
2 h 27 m
Trains on 23 Sept
32
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Largs is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Largs 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 Largs you need to make at least one change.
W84227 · W834076:582h51Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:49Largs station (LAR)£281One-way1 change
L88233 · W834117:582h50Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:48Largs station (LAR)£281One-way1 change
W84224 · W834045:542h54Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:48Largs station (LAR)£281One-way1 change
L88236 · W834168:572h51Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:48Largs station (LAR)£281One-way1 change
L88244 · W8342410:592h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:48Largs station (LAR)£281One-way1 change
W83404+
G006946:252h23Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:48Largs station (LAR)£281One-way1 change
L87996 · W83446+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central16:302h25Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:55Largs station (LAR)£281One-way2 changes
L87103 · W8341910:212h27Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:48Largs station (LAR)£281One-way1 change
G01075+
W8346820:192h29Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)22:48Largs station (LAR)£281One-way1 change
G01080+
W8347521:182h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)23:48Largs station (LAR)£281One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Largs
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Largs among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £28, while a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 105 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£28 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £28 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-6.80. The journey takes 2h 15m versus 1h 54m 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 Largs train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Largs 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W84224 · W83404 | 5:54 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h54 | 8:48 Largs station (LAR) | 1 change | |
W83404+ G00694 | 6:25 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h23 | 8:48 Largs station (LAR) | 1 change | |
W84227 · W83407 | 6:58 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h51 | 9:49 Largs station (LAR) | 1 change | |
L87781 · W83407+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 7:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h34 | 9:49 Largs station (LAR) | 2 changes | |
L88233 · W83411 | 7:58 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h50 | 10:48 Largs station (LAR) | 1 change | |
L87813 · W83411+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 8:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h33 | 10:48 Largs station (LAR) | 2 changes | |
L88236 · W83416 | 8:57 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h51 | 11:48 Largs station (LAR) | 1 change | |
L87843 · W83416+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 9:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h33 | 11:48 Largs station (LAR) | 2 changes | |
L87103 · W83419 | 10:21 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h27 | 12:48 Largs station (LAR) | 1 change | |
L88244 · W83424 | 10:59 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h49 | 13:48 Largs station (LAR) | 1 change | |
L87902 · W83424+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 11:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h33 | 13:48 Largs station (LAR) | 2 changes | |
L87114 · W83427 | 11:59 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h49 | 14:48 Largs station (LAR) | 1 change | |
L87928 · W83427+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 12:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h33 | 14:48 Largs station (LAR) | 2 changes | |
L88253 · W83431 | 12:57 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h51 | 15:48 Largs station (LAR) | 1 change | |
L87943 · W83431+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 13:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h33 | 15:48 Largs station (LAR) | 2 changes | |
L88256 · W83435 | 13:56 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h53 | 16:49 Largs station (LAR) | 1 change | |
L87959 · W83435+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 14:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h34 | 16:49 Largs station (LAR) | 2 changes | |
L88260 · W83441 | 14:55 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h51 | 17:46 Largs station (LAR) | 1 change | |
L87975 · W83441+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 15:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h31 | 17:46 Largs station (LAR) | 2 changes | |
W84244 · W83593 | 15:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h48 | 18:15 Largs station (LAR) | 1 change | |
L87983 · W83593+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 15:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h30 | 18:15 Largs station (LAR) | 2 changes | |
L88264 · W83446 | 15:59 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h56 | 18:55 Largs station (LAR) | 1 change | |
L87996 · W83446+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 16:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h25 | 18:55 Largs station (LAR) | 2 changes | |
L88268 · W83450 | 16:58 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h50 | 19:48 Largs station (LAR) | 1 change | |
L88012 · W83450+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 17:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h33 | 19:48 Largs station (LAR) | 2 changes | |
W84216 · C15450 | 17:59 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h49 | 20:48 Largs station (LAR) | 1 change | |
C14734 · C15450+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 18:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h33 | 20:48 Largs station (LAR) | 2 changes | |
L88274 · W83461 | 19:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h50 | 21:50 Largs station (LAR) | 1 change | |
L87783 · W83461 | 19:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h35 | 21:50 Largs station (LAR) | 1 change | |
G01075+ W83468 | 20:19 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h29 | 22:48 Largs station (LAR) | 1 change | |
G01080+ W83475 | 21:18 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h30 | 23:48 Largs station (LAR) | 1 change | |
W84236 · W83634 | 21:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h51 | 0:18 Largs station (LAR) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Largs
Trains from Edinburgh to Largs run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 105 km distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 105 km |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 5:52 |
Last train 22:15 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Scotrail from Edinburgh to Largs trainsScotrail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Largs from £27. 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 Largs train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Largs 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 Largs, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Largs
Most Edinburgh to Largs trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Largs station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Largs 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 Largs station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Largs from Largs city centre
Largs train station facilities and services
Largs has practical services for this route, including Shopping, 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 Largs.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Largs. 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 Largs: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Largs: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Largs: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both 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: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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