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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Cairnryan
Cheapest price on Sep 23
€41
Average ticket price on Sep 23
€52
Fastest journey on Sep 23
2 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
3 h
Trains on Sep 23
10
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Cairnryan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Cairnryan will cost around €52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Cairnryan without transferring at least 2 times.
L88253 · L87404 · L8697912:57 PM3h04Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:01 PMGirvan station (GIR)€411One-way2 transfers- L88241 · L87379 · L869659:59 AM2h55Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:54 PMGirvan station (GIR)€411One-way2 transfers
- L88248 · L87395 · L8697311:56 AM3h00Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:56 PMGirvan station (GIR)€411One-way2 transfers
- L88236 · L87372 · L869608:57 AM3h05Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:02 PMGirvan station (GIR)€411One-way2 transfers
- L87831 · L87372 · L86960+
Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central9:00 AM3h02Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:02 PMGirvan station (GIR)€411One-way3 transfers
- L88241 · L87379 · L869659:59 AM2h55Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:54 PMGirvan station (GIR)€411One-way2 transfers
- L87801 · L87364 · L86956+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central8:00 AM2h57Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:57 AMGirvan station (GIR)€411One-way3 transfers
- L88248 · L87395 · L8697311:56 AM3h00Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:56 PMGirvan station (GIR)€411One-way2 transfers
- L87831 · L87372 · L86960+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central9:00 AM3h02Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:02 PMGirvan station (GIR)€411One-way3 transfers
- L88253 · L87404 · L8697912:57 PM3h04Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:01 PMGirvan station (GIR)€411One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Edinburgh to Cairnryan
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Cairnryan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €40, while a flight costs an average of €499.
Distance: 158 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€40 Average price Cheapest | €499 Average price | €71 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Cairnryan:
A train is €459 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Cairnryan costing on average €499.
Other travel options to Cairnryan take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 55m.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Cairnryan train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Cairnryan trains for today, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L87801 · L87364 · L86956+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | Delayed 7:00 AM 8:00 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h57 | 10:57 AM Girvan station (GIR) | 3 transfers | |
| L88253 · L87404 · L86979 | On time 12:57 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h59 | 4:56 PM Stranraer station (STR) | 2 transfers | |
| L88253 · L87404 · L86979 | On time 12:57 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h04 | 4:01 PM Girvan station (GIR) | 2 transfers | |
| L88256 · L87411 · L86990 | On time 1:56 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h01 | 6:57 PM Stranraer station (STR) | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, September 23 | |||||
| L87801 · L87364 · L86956+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h57 | 10:57 AM Girvan station (GIR) | 3 transfers | |
| L88236 · L87372 · L86960 | 8:57 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h00 | 12:57 PM Stranraer station (STR) | 2 transfers | |
| L88236 · L87372 · L86960 | 8:57 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h05 | 12:02 PM Girvan station (GIR) | 2 transfers | |
| L87831 · L87372 · L86960+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h02 | 12:02 PM Girvan station (GIR) | 3 transfers | |
| L87831 · L87372 · L86960+Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h57 | 12:57 PM Stranraer station (STR) | 3 transfers | |
| L88241 · L87379 · L86965 | 9:59 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h55 | 12:54 PM Girvan station (GIR) | 2 transfers | |
| L88248 · L87395 · L86973 | 11:56 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h00 | 2:56 PM Girvan station (GIR) | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Cairnryan
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Cairnryan run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:19, the last at 21:06. The fastest train covers the 158 km distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 158 km |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 6:19 AM |
Last train 9:06 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Scotrail, CrossCountry from Edinburgh to Cairnryan trainsScotrail, CrossCountry trains will get you between Edinburgh and Cairnryan from €31. 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 Edinburgh to Cairnryan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Cairnryan 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 Cairnryan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Cairnryan
Most Edinburgh to Cairnryan trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Girvan station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Cairnryan 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.
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