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Lillie Art Gallery and Milngavie Museum
Small local heritage museum in Milngavie Library. Displays trace the town's past and are useful for understanding the area's development.
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
70 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Milngavie is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Milngavie will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Of the 31 trains that leave Edinburgh for Milngavie every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 70 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 30 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.
L87801 · C15492
L87847 · C15502
L87816 · W83723
L87873 · C15508
L87888 · C15510
L87983 · W69971
L88006 · W83793
L87967 · W69966
L87975 · W69969
L87770 · W69954Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Milngavie among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 70 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£24 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Milngavie trains for tomorrow, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L87753 · C15475 | 6:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h31 | 7:31 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
W68984 · C15479 | 6:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h53 | 8:01 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
L87770 · W69954 | 6:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h30 | 8:15 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
L87781 · W69957 | 7:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h31 | 8:46 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
L87789 · C15487 | 7:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h31 | 9:01 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
W69960 | 7:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h40 | 9:18 Milngavie station (MLN) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87801 · C15492 | 8:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h31 | 9:31 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
L87816 · W83723 | 8:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h32 | 10:02 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
L87831 · C15498 | 9:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h31 | 10:31 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
L87847 · C15502 | 9:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h31 | 11:01 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
L87859 · C15506 | 9:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h46 | 11:31 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
L87873 · C15508 | 10:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h46 | 12:01 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
L87888 · C15510 | 10:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h46 | 12:31 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
L87902 · C15471 | 11:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h46 | 13:01 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
L87919 · C15477 | 11:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h46 | 13:31 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
L87928 · C15482 | 12:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h48 | 14:03 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
L87936 · C15483 | 12:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h47 | 14:32 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
L87943 · C15489 | 13:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h48 | 15:03 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
L87951 · C15494 | 13:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h47 | 15:32 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
L87959 · C15496 | 14:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h47 | 16:02 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
L87967 · W69966 | 14:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h30 | 16:15 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
L87975 · W69969 | 15:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h30 | 16:45 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
L87983 · W69971 | 15:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h29 | 17:14 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
W69973 | 16:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h38 | 17:46 Milngavie station (MLN) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87991 · W69973 | 16:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h31 | 17:46 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
L88006 · W83793 | 17:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h29 | 18:29 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
W69946 | 17:09 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h36 | 18:45 Milngavie station (MLN) | 0 changesdirect | |
L88012 · W69946 | 17:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h30 | 18:45 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
L88015 · C15473 | 17:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h31 | 19:01 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
W69949 | 17:41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h35 | 19:16 Milngavie station (MLN) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87748 · W69949 | 17:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h31 | 19:16 Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Edinburgh to Milngavie run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 70 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 70 km |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 23:09 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Milngavie — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Milngavie trip today.
Small local heritage museum in Milngavie Library. Displays trace the town's past and are useful for understanding the area's development.
Roman frontier museum at the eastern end of the Antonine Wall. Exhibits explain life on the wall and the fort once based here.
University museum in Glasgow with major collections of art, archaeology and natural history. Well worth the short trip from Milngavie.
Large country park beside Milngavie with woods, lochs, trails and visitor facilities. Ideal for walking, family outings and easy access to heritage sites.
Town-centre obelisk marking the traditional start or finish of the West Highland Way. An essential photo stop for walkers visiting Milngavie.
Reservoir and woodland area on the edge of town, popular for gentle walks and birdlife. A peaceful local favourite close to the village centre.
Smoked haddock in creamy milk sauce, often with onions. A West of Scotland staple closely associated with Glasgow and nearby towns.
Minced beef and gravy topped with mashed potato, then baked. A comforting Scottish supper found in homes and local pubs.
Savoury offal pudding with oats, suet and spices, traditionally served with neeps and tatties. Scotland’s best-known national dish.
Popular Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and a relaxed dining room suitable for groups and families.
Stylish café and brunch spot serving coffee, bakes and light lunches. Good for a relaxed daytime stop in the town centre.
Traditional pub by Milngavie station serving Scottish favourites, pints and casual meals in a lively local atmosphere.
Moderate for Scotland: meals and coffee are fairly priced, but hotels nearby Glasgow can raise overall trip costs. Local rail and buses are usually reasonable.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Milngavie 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 Milngavie, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Edinburgh to Milngavie trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Milngavie station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Milngavie train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
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 storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, 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.
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
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.
Milngavie has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Milngavie.
Wi-Fi is available at Milngavie.
Ticket office support is available at Milngavie. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Milngavie: Parking, WC.
Available at Milngavie: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milngavie: 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 Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 6, 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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