Edinburgh to Lochailort train with ScotRail

Tue 25 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Lochailort

Showing times and prices for 26 Nov

Cheapest price

£85

Average price

£85

Fastest journey

5 h 32 m

Average duration

5 h 47 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

184 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Lochailort is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Edinburgh to Lochailort will cost around £85 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £85.

Fast trains

To travel from Edinburgh to Lochailort you need to make at least 2 changes.

ScotRail
07:155h52
Edinburgh
13:07Lochailort
£851One-way
2 changes
ScotRail
11:155h56
Edinburgh
17:11Lochailort
£851One-way
2 changes
ScotRail
17:315h32
Edinburgh
23:03Lochailort
£851One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Lochailort

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Lochailort among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £99.

Distance: 184 km

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Coach

£99

Average Price

£44

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Cheapest

6h 2m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 32m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 35m

Average total duration

7h 5m

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Live departures

Edinburgh to Lochailort train times

The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Lochailort trains for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 05:54
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ScotRail07:15 Edinburgh
5h52
13:07 Lochailort2 changes
ScotRail11:15 Edinburgh
5h56
17:11 Lochailort2 changes
ScotRail17:31 Edinburgh
5h32
23:03 Lochailort2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Lochailort

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Trains from Edinburgh to Lochailort run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £99 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:37, the last at 17:15. The fastest train covers the 184 km distance in 5h 55m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £39
Distance
184 km
Average train duration
5h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
£99
Trains per day
2
Fastest train
5h 55m
First train
06:37
Last train
17:15
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £39

Train companies: ScotRail from Edinburgh to Lochailort trainsScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Lochailort from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

ScotRail

About
Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 55m
Cheapest Price
£99
ScotRail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions mentioned above
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Edinburgh to Lochailort train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Lochailort 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 Lochailort, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
A visit to Lochailort can be enjoyed in 1 to 2 days, allowing enough time to explore the natural beauty and nearby attractions.
The train distance from Edinburgh to Lochailort is 184 km.
The train journey from Edinburgh to Lochailort covers a distance of 184 km and takes approximately 5h 55m. Trains run 2 per day.
A day trip from Edinburgh to Lochailort is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 55m. Trains operate 2 times per day over a distance of 184 km.
Booking trains from Edinburgh to Lochailort in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Edinburgh to Lochailort leaves at 6:37.
The last train from Edinburgh to Lochailort departs at 17:15.
The cost of a train ticket from Edinburgh to Lochailort can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £99, while the average price tends to be around £99.
Yes, the train journey from Edinburgh to Lochailort is considered scenic as it passes through the stunning landscapes of the Scottish Highlands, offering views of rolling hills, lochs, and picturesque villages.
The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Lochailort is by coach, costing approximately £39.
To get from Edinburgh to Lochailort, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Trains from Edinburgh to Lochailort run approximately 2 times per day.
The train station in Edinburgh that goes to Lochailort is Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), and it arrives at Lochailort station (LCL).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Edinburgh to Lochailort.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Edinburgh to Lochailort.
There is no night train service from Edinburgh to Lochailort.
Yes, you can take the train from Edinburgh to Lochailort.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Lochailort

Edinburgh
Lochailort
The major train station for departures in Edinburgh is Edinburgh Waverley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh Waverley for your trip from Edinburgh to Lochailort.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
  • Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
Lockers
  • You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
Dining
Dining
  • Bagel Factory
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Costa Coffee
  • JD Wetherspoon
  • The Pasty Shop
  • The Beer House
  • M&S
  • Pret a Manger
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
  • Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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.
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
Hotel
Hotel
  • Old Waverley Hotel
  • Jurys Inn Edinburgh
  • The Scotsman Hotel
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
  • Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information booths are located on the concourse.
Public transport options for Edinburgh Waverley
  • Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
  • Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
  • Metro: No metro available.

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