The cheapest and fastest trains from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£75
Average price
£75
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 40 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £75.
Of the 1 trains that leave Spean Bridge for Edinburgh every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 149 km distance in an average of 4 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 40 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.
11:564h40Spean Bridge16:36Edinburgh£751One-way0 changes
11:564h40Spean Bridge16:36Edinburgh£751One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Spean Bridge to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £38, and a coach costs an average of £65.
Distance: 149 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£63 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price |
4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Spean Bridge to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Spean Bridge to Edinburgh trains for today, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 17:51 Spean Bridge | 4h30 | 22:21 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:19 Spean Bridge | 4h49 | 0:08 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Spean Bridge to Edinburgh by train or coach
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Why should you book Spean Bridge to Edinburgh trains with Omio?
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 Caledonian Sleeper or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Scotrail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Caledonian Sleeper or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh
Trains from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 17:51. The fastest train covers the 149 km distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 149 km |
Average train duration 4h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 40m |
First train 6:45 |
Last train 17:51 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh trainsScotrail, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail trains will get you between Spean Bridge and Edinburgh from £38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Spean Bridge to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Spean Bridge 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 Spean Bridge and Edinburgh
Most Spean Bridge to Edinburgh trains use the Spean Bridge to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Spean Bridge and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Spean Bridge station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Spean Bridge from Spean Bridge city centre
Spean Bridge train station facilities and services
Spean Bridge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Spean Bridge.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Spean Bridge: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Spean Bridge: Bike Parking.
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 Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. 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, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: 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 all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: No.
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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