The cheapest and fastest trains from Cupar to Edinburgh
Cheapest price on Oct 12
€17
Average ticket price on Oct 12
€19
Fastest journey on Oct 12
52 m
Average journey duration on Oct 12
57 m
Trains on Oct 12
2
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cupar to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cupar to Edinburgh will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
On Mon, Oct 12, we found 2 trains from Cupar to Edinburgh, including 2 direct services.
On Mon, Oct 12 the direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
On Mon, Oct 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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.
9:53 AM1h01Cupar10:54 AMEdinburgh€171One-way0 transfers
3:32 PM0h52Cupar4:24 PMEdinburgh€211One-way0 transfers
3:32 PM0h52Cupar4:24 PMEdinburgh€211One-way0 transfers
9:53 AM1h01Cupar10:54 AMEdinburgh€171One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cupar to Edinburgh
Trains from Cupar to Edinburgh run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 50m.
Distance 42 km |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 5:30 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 6 days |
Live departures
Cupar to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Cupar to Edinburgh trains for today, Sunday, October 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:42 AM Cupar | 1h01 | 12:43 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Cupar to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cupar 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 Cupar to Edinburgh
Most Cupar to Edinburgh trains use the Cupar to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Edinburgh Gateway. Use this guide to compare Cupar and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cupar station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Cupar from Cupar city centre
Cupar train station facilities and services
Cupar has practical services for this route, including 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 Cupar.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cupar. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cupar: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cupar: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cupar: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 2 and ramp to platform 1, access between platforms involves use of public road for part of the route Blue Badge parking bays: 7, 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, Accessible ticket machines note: Located on platform 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, 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 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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