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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to West Calder
Cheapest price on 08 Oct
£8
Average ticket price on 08 Oct
£8
Fastest journey on 08 Oct
22 m
Average journey duration on 08 Oct
22 m
Trains on 08 Oct
1
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to West Calder is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to West Calder will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
On Thu 08 Oct, we found 1 trains from Edinburgh to West Calder, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 22 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.
9:590h22Edinburgh10:21West Calder£81One-way0 changes
- 9:590h22Edinburgh10:21West Calder£81One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to West Calder
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to West Calder run on average 28 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 28 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:07. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 21m.
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 28 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:07 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Live departures
Edinburgh to West Calder train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to West Calder trains for today, Wednesday 7 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:59 Edinburgh | 0h22 | 10:21 West Calder | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Edinburgh to West Calder train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to West Calder 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 West Calder, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and West Calder
Most Edinburgh to West Calder trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to West Calder station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and West Calder 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.
Which West Calder station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to West Calder from West Calder city centre
West Calder train station facilities and services
West Calder has practical services for this route, including 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 West Calder.
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 West Calder: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at West Calder: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at West Calder: 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 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, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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