G01148+
L871506:262h30Greenock Central (GKC)8:56Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£281One-way1 change
L87257 · W842038:112h33Greenock Central (GKC)10:44Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£281One-way1 change
W68648 · W842316:042h45Greenock Central (GKC)8:49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£281One-way1 change
L87156 · L878157:042h01Greenock Central (GKC)9:05Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£281One-way1 change
W68679 · L882387:562h15Greenock Central (GKC)10:11Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£281One-way1 change
L87162 · L87829+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street7:391h56Greenock Central (GKC)9:35Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£281One-way2 changes
L87156 · L878157:042h01Greenock Central (GKC)9:05Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£281One-way1 change
L87177 · L87875+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street9:042h01Greenock Central (GKC)11:05Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£281One-way2 changes
L87156 · L882347:042h04Greenock Central (GKC)9:08Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£281One-way1 change
L87173 · L87861+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street8:342h05Greenock Central (GKC)10:39Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£281One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Greenock Central (GKC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greenock Central (GKC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 97 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£28 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Greenock Central (GKC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Greenock Central (GKC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W68648 · L87791 | 6:04 Greenock Central (GKC) | 2h18 | 8:22 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
W68648 · W84231 | 6:04 Greenock Central (GKC) | 2h45 | 8:49 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
L87150+ G01148 | 6:26 Greenock Central (GKC) | 2h30 | 8:56 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
L87150 · L87797 | 6:26 Greenock Central (GKC) | 2h11 | 8:37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
L87156 · L88234 | 7:04 Greenock Central (GKC) | 2h04 | 9:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
L87156 · L87815 | 7:04 Greenock Central (GKC) | 2h01 | 9:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
L87162+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ L87829 | 7:39 Greenock Central (GKC) | 1h56 | 9:35 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
W68679+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ L87845 | 7:56 Greenock Central (GKC) | 2h08 | 10:04 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
W68679 · L88238 | 7:56 Greenock Central (GKC) | 2h15 | 10:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
L87257 · W84203 | 8:11 Greenock Central (GKC) | 2h33 | 10:44 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
L87257+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ L87853 | 8:11 Greenock Central (GKC) | 2h12 | 10:23 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
L87173+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ L87861 | 8:34 Greenock Central (GKC) | 2h05 | 10:39 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
L87173 · L87093 | 8:34 Greenock Central (GKC) | 2h26 | 11:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
L87177+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ L87875 | 9:04 Greenock Central (GKC) | 2h01 | 11:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
L87177 · L88242 | 9:04 Greenock Central (GKC) | 2h06 | 11:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
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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 Greenock Central (GKC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Greenock Central (GKC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Trains from Greenock Central (GKC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 17:04. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 5:28 |
Last train 17:04 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Greenock Central (GKC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Greenock Central (GKC) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Greenock Central (GKC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greenock Central (GKC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Greenock Central (GKC) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Most Greenock Central (GKC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains use the Greenock West to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Greenock Central (GKC) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Greenock Central from Greenock city centre
Greenock Central train station facilities and services
Greenock Central has practical services for this route, including 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 Greenock Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Greenock Central. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Greenock Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Greenock Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Greenock Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1, ramp to platform 2 and stairs between 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
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