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Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Lochgelly
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Lochgelly among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 21 km
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1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Edinburgh to Lochgelly 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 ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Lochgelly.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Scotrail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Edinburgh to Lochgelly.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh to Lochgelly.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Lochgelly
Trains from Edinburgh to Lochgelly run on average 6 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 52m.
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 6:11 |
Last train 23:36 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Edinburgh to Lochgelly trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Lochgelly 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 Lochgelly train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Lochgelly 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 Lochgelly, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Lochgelly
Most Edinburgh to Lochgelly trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Lochgelly station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Lochgelly 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 Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, 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 Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. 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, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: 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 all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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.
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.
Which Lochgelly station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Lochgelly from Lochgelly city centre
Lochgelly train station facilities and services
Lochgelly 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 Lochgelly.
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 Lochgelly: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Lochgelly: Bike Parking.
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