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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Tweedbank
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£16
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 h 1 m
Trains on 17 Sept
6
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Tweedbank is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Tweedbank will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 6 trains from Edinburgh to Tweedbank, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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.
W835678:431h00Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:43Tweedbank station (TWB)£161One-way0 changes- W8360310:431h00Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:43Tweedbank station (TWB)£161One-way0 changes
- W8359410:111h02Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:13Tweedbank station (TWB)£161One-way0 changes
- W835598:111h02Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:13Tweedbank station (TWB)£161One-way0 changes
- W835769:111h02Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:13Tweedbank station (TWB)£161One-way0 changes
- W835678:431h00Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:43Tweedbank station (TWB)£161One-way0 changes
- W8360310:431h00Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:43Tweedbank station (TWB)£161One-way0 changes
- W835849:421h01Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:43Tweedbank station (TWB)£161One-way0 changes
- W8359410:111h02Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:13Tweedbank station (TWB)£161One-way0 changes
- W835598:111h02Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:13Tweedbank station (TWB)£161One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Tweedbank
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Tweedbank among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, while a coach costs an average of £28.
Distance: 47 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price | £41 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Tweedbank:
A train is £12 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Edinburgh to Tweedbank costing on average £28.
Other travel options to Tweedbank take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 57m.
The journey is about 11m faster (1h 0m by train vs 1h 11m by car) and roughly £25 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£16 vs £41). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with ScotRail.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Tweedbank train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Tweedbank trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W83559 | 8:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h02 | 9:13 Tweedbank station (TWB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83567 | 8:43 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h00 | 9:43 Tweedbank station (TWB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83576 | 9:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h02 | 10:13 Tweedbank station (TWB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83584 | 9:42 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h01 | 10:43 Tweedbank station (TWB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83594 | 10:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h02 | 11:13 Tweedbank station (TWB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83603 | 10:43 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h00 | 11:43 Tweedbank station (TWB) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Tweedbank
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Tweedbank run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 47 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 23:53 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Edinburgh to Tweedbank trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Tweedbank from £15. 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 Tweedbank train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Tweedbank 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 Tweedbank, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Tweedbank
Most Edinburgh to Tweedbank trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Tweedbank station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Tweedbank 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 Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
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 Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway 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
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. 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: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: 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. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, 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: Yes.
Which Tweedbank station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Tweedbank from Tweedbank city centre
Tweedbank train station facilities and services
Tweedbank has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Tweedbank.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Tweedbank.
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 Tweedbank: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tweedbank: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tweedbank: 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 all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the respective platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 13, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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