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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Carnoustie to Edinburgh
Cheapest price on Sep 21
€36
Average ticket price on Sep 21
€36
Fastest journey on Sep 21
1 h 44 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
1 h 44 m
Trains on Sep 21
1
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carnoustie to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carnoustie to Edinburgh will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
On Mon, Sep 21, we found 1 trains from Carnoustie to Edinburgh, including 1 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 21 the direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
On Mon, Sep 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 44 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.
9:39 AM1h44Carnoustie11:23 AMEdinburgh€361One-way0 transfers
- 9:39 AM1h44Carnoustie11:23 AMEdinburgh€361One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Carnoustie to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carnoustie to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, 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 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, while a train costs an average of €30.
Distance: 68 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€30 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest | €55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Carnoustie to Edinburgh:
A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Carnoustie to Edinburgh costing on average €30.
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 8m.
Live departures
Carnoustie to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Carnoustie to Edinburgh trains for today, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L88084+ G80072 | On time 10:31 AM Carnoustie station (CAN) | 1h45 | 12:16 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| C14662 | On time 1:50 PM Carnoustie station (CAN) | 1h33 | 3:23 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C14663 | On time 4:10 PM Carnoustie station (CAN) | 1h32 | 5:42 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carnoustie to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Carnoustie to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 5:30 AM |
Last train 9:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Scotrail from Carnoustie to Edinburgh trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Scotrail trains will get you between Carnoustie and Edinburgh from €6. 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 Carnoustie to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carnoustie 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 Carnoustie to Edinburgh
Most Carnoustie to Edinburgh trains use the Carnoustie to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Carnoustie and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Carnoustie station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Carnoustie from Carnoustie city centre
Carnoustie train station facilities and services
Carnoustie has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Carnoustie.
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 Carnoustie: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Carnoustie: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carnoustie: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms, connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms or level crossing Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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.
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