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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from West Kilbride to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
2 h 11 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
108 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from West Kilbride to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from West Kilbride to Edinburgh will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
To travel from West Kilbride to Edinburgh you need to make at least one change.
7:382h33West Kilbride10:11Edinburgh£531One-way1 change- 8:202h40West Kilbride11:00Edinburgh£531One-way1 change
- 9:172h45West Kilbride12:02Edinburgh£531One-way1 change
- 10:172h28West Kilbride12:45Edinburgh£531One-way1 change
- 11:172h27West Kilbride13:44Edinburgh£531One-way1 change
- 6:452h11West Kilbride8:56Edinburgh£761One-way1 change
- 12:172h25West Kilbride14:42Edinburgh£531One-way1 change
- 11:172h27West Kilbride13:44Edinburgh£531One-way1 change
- 14:172h27West Kilbride16:44Edinburgh£531One-way1 change
- 10:172h28West Kilbride12:45Edinburgh£531One-way1 change
Live departures
West Kilbride to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for West Kilbride to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Monday 6 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:45 West Kilbride | 2h11 | 8:56 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
| 7:38 West Kilbride | 2h33 | 10:11 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
| 8:20 West Kilbride | 2h40 | 11:00 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from West Kilbride to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from West Kilbride to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 108 km distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 108 km |
Average train duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 5:52 |
Last train 22:15 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from West Kilbride to Edinburgh trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between West Kilbride and Edinburgh from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: West Kilbride to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from West Kilbride 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 West Kilbride and Edinburgh
Most West Kilbride to Edinburgh trains use the West Kilbride to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare West Kilbride and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which West Kilbride station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to West Kilbride from West Kilbride city centre
West Kilbride is 1 km from West Kilbride city centre. Public transport options include:
West Kilbride train station facilities and services
West Kilbride has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at West Kilbride.
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, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at West Kilbride: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at West Kilbride: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Main Entrance Platform Blue Badge parking bays: 3, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
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 Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford 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 Slateford.
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, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
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