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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cairnryan to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
€41
Average price
€51
Fastest journey
3 h 1 m
Average duration
3 h 3 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cairnryan to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cairnryan to Edinburgh will cost around €51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.
It's difficult to get from Cairnryan to Edinburgh without transferring at least 2 times.
L86939 · L87369 · L882479:01 AM3h01Girvan station (GIR)12:02 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€411One-way2 transfers- L86992 · L87455 · W842787:03 PM3h46Girvan station (GIR)10:49 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€411One-way2 transfers
- L86962 · L87402 · L8826312:59 PM3h15Girvan station (GIR)4:14 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€411One-way2 transfers
- L86951 · L87386 · L8825411:02 AM3h12Girvan station (GIR)2:14 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€411One-way2 transfers
- L86992 · L87455 · L878397:03 PM3h03Girvan station (GIR)10:06 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€411One-way2 transfers
- L86939 · L87369 · L882479:01 AM3h01Girvan station (GIR)12:02 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€411One-way2 transfers
- L86951 · L87386 · L87945+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street11:02 AM3h02Girvan station (GIR)2:04 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€411One-way3 transfers - L86992 · L87455 · L878397:03 PM3h03Girvan station (GIR)10:06 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€411One-way2 transfers
- L86981 · L87434 · L87787+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street5:01 PM3h05Girvan station (GIR)8:06 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€411One-way3 transfers
- L86985 · L87444 · L87808+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street6:00 PM3h06Girvan station (GIR)9:06 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€411One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Cairnryan to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cairnryan to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €32, and a flight costs an average of €28.
Distance: 158 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
€38 Average price Cheapest | €206 Average price |
3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 19m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cairnryan to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Cairnryan to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L86966 · L87378 · L87095 | 9:00 AM Stranraer station (STR) | 4h01 | 1:01 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| L86939 · L87369 · L88247 | 9:01 AM Girvan station (GIR) | 3h01 | 12:02 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| L86966 · L87378 · L87095 | 9:52 AM Girvan station (GIR) | 3h09 | 1:01 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| L86951 · L87386 · L88254 | 11:02 AM Girvan station (GIR) | 3h12 | 2:14 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| L86951 · L87386 · L87945+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 11:02 AM Girvan station (GIR) | 3h02 | 2:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
| L86962 · L87402 · L88263 | 12:59 PM Girvan station (GIR) | 3h15 | 4:14 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| L86962 · L87402 · L87977+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 12:59 PM Girvan station (GIR) | 3h08 | 4:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
| L86958 · L87410 · L88266 | 1:05 PM Stranraer station (STR) | 4h07 | 5:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| L86958 · L87410 · L87994+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 1:05 PM Stranraer station (STR) | 3h58 | 5:03 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
| L86981 · L87434 · L88276 | 5:01 PM Girvan station (GIR) | 3h14 | 8:15 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| L86981 · L87434 · L87787+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 5:01 PM Girvan station (GIR) | 3h05 | 8:06 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
| L86985 · L87444 · W84282 | 5:07 PM Stranraer station (STR) | 4h47 | 9:54 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| L86985 · L87444 · L87808+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 5:07 PM Stranraer station (STR) | 3h59 | 9:06 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
| L86985 · L87444 · W84282 | 6:00 PM Girvan station (GIR) | 3h54 | 9:54 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| L86985 · L87444 · L87808+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 6:00 PM Girvan station (GIR) | 3h06 | 9:06 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
| L86992 · L87455 · L87839 | 7:03 PM Girvan station (GIR) | 3h03 | 10:06 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| L86992 · L87455 · W84278 | 7:03 PM Girvan station (GIR) | 3h46 | 10:49 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| L86999 · L87468 · C15593 | 7:04 PM Stranraer station (STR) | 4h27 | 11:31 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| L86999 · L87468 · L87869 | 7:04 PM Stranraer station (STR) | 4h02 | 11:06 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cairnryan to Edinburgh
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Trains from Cairnryan to Edinburgh run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €32 but you can travel from only €28 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 20:58. The fastest train covers the 158 km distance in 2h 42m.
Distance 158 km |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 5:52 AM |
Last train 8:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Scotrail from Cairnryan to Edinburgh trainsScotrail trains will get you between Cairnryan and Edinburgh from €28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cairnryan to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cairnryan 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
Popular train stations from Cairnryan to Edinburgh
Most Cairnryan to Edinburgh trains use the Girvan to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Cairnryan 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.
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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