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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Greenock Central (GKC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £28
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £28
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 1 h 56 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 1 h 59 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 2
- Distance
- 97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Greenock Central (GKC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Greenock Central (GKC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 2 trains from Greenock Central (GKC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 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.
17:04 2h02 Greenock Central (GKC) 19:06 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) £28 1 One-way 0 changes6:39 1h56 Greenock Central (GKC) 8:35 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) £28 1 One-way 0 changes
6:39 1h56 Greenock Central (GKC) 8:35 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) £28 1 One-way 0 changes17:04 2h02 Greenock Central (GKC) 19:06 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) £28 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Greenock Central (GKC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
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Trains from Greenock Central (GKC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 09:04, the last at 12:04. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 9:04 |
Last train 12:04 |
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Frequently asked questions about your Greenock Central (GKC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trip
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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 today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 K01984+W68694 | Delayed 10:55 9:31Greenock Central (GKC) | 2h27 | 11:58 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
W68694 · L87900+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 9:31 Greenock Central (GKC) | 2h19 | 11:50 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| W68698 · C15581 | On time 10:31 Greenock Central (GKC) | 3h23 | 13:54 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| W68698 · L87926+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 10:31 Greenock Central (GKC) | 2h16 | 12:47 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| W68700 · L87942+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 11:31 Greenock Central (GKC) | 2h19 | 13:50 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| L87139 · W84239 | On time 12:58 Greenock Central (GKC) | 2h55 | 15:53 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| L87139 · L87958+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 12:58 Greenock Central (GKC) | 1h49 | 14:47 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| L87144 · L87974+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | On time 13:58 Greenock Central (GKC) | 1h49 | 15:47 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| Monday 2 November | |||||
| 6:39 Greenock Central (GKC) | 1h56 | 8:35 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Greenock Central (GKC) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train
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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 Central 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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