Compare prices and tickets Kilsyth to Edinburgh by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kilsyth to Edinburgh
Trains from Kilsyth to Edinburgh run on average 15 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 41m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 5:33 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 28 days |
FAQs: Kilsyth to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kilsyth to Edinburgh 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kilsyth and Edinburgh
Most Kilsyth to Edinburgh trains use the Croy to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Kilsyth and Edinburgh 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.
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