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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Edinburgh to Whitburn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Whitburn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 32 km
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1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Whitburn
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Trains from Edinburgh to Whitburn run on average 18 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:07, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 36m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 6:07 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Scotrail from Edinburgh to Whitburn trainsScotrail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Whitburn from £6. 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 Whitburn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Whitburn 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 Whitburn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Whitburn
Most Edinburgh to Whitburn trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Armadale station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Whitburn 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 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.
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