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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Greenock West (GKW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£28
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£28
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
2 h 21 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
3 h 9 m
Trains on 20 Sept
3
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Greenock West (GKW) 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 West (GKW) 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 Sun 20 Sept, we found 3 trains from Greenock West (GKW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 3 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 12 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.
9:424h12Greenock West (GKW)13:54Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£281One-way0 changes- 9:292h21Greenock West (GKW)11:50Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£281One-way0 changes
- 18:562h55Greenock West (GKW)21:51Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£281One-way0 changes
- 9:292h21Greenock West (GKW)11:50Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£281One-way0 changes
- 18:562h55Greenock West (GKW)21:51Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£281One-way0 changes
- 9:424h12Greenock West (GKW)13:54Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£281One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Greenock West (GKW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greenock West (GKW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 98 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£28 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Greenock West (GKW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB):
A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Greenock West (GKW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average £28.
Other travel options to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 7m.
The journey is about 8m faster (1h 48m by train vs 1h 56m by car) and roughly £23 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£28 vs £51). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Greenock West (GKW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Greenock West (GKW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Greenock West (GKW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 07:09. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 98 km |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 4:26 |
Last train 7:09 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Scotrail from Greenock West (GKW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsScotrail trains will get you between Greenock West (GKW) 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 West (GKW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greenock West (GKW) 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Greenock West (GKW) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Most Greenock West (GKW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains use the Greenock Central to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Greenock West (GKW) 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 West from Greenock city centre
Greenock West train station facilities and services
Greenock West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Greenock West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Greenock West. 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 West: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Greenock West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Greenock West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs down to below ground platforms, 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.
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.
Most popular train connections from Greenock West (GKW)
Most popular trains to and from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Greenock West (GKW)
Most popular train connections to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
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