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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Glenfinnan
Cheapest price
€104
Average price
€104
Fastest journey
5 h 36 m
Average duration
5 h 36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Glenfinnan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Glenfinnan will cost around €104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €104.
Of the 1 trains that leave Edinburgh for Glenfinnan on Thu, Dec 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 11 the direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 5 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 36 m .
On Thu, Dec 11 the slowest trains will take 5 h 36 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Glenfinnan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Glenfinnan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €41, and a train costs an average of €52.
Distance: 172 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€97 Average price | €47 Average price Cheapest |
5h 47m Average total duration Fastest 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Glenfinnan train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Glenfinnan trains for today, Wednesday, December 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:15 AM Edinburgh | 5h36 | 3:51 PM Glenfinnan | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Glenfinnan
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Glenfinnan run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €52 but you can travel from only €41 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:55, the last at 17:15. The fastest train covers the 172 km distance in 5h 36m.
Distance 172 km |
Average train duration 5h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €52 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 5h 36m |
First train 06:55 |
Last train 17:15 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Edinburgh to Glenfinnan trainsScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Glenfinnan from €41. 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 Glenfinnan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Glenfinnan 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 Glenfinnan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Glenfinnan
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Milton Road East-West bound
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
- Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk- Car Park: No
- 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 both platforms
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Platform 2 bus stop, adjacent to Herminston Gate
ParkingDiningLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from by the telephone box on the main road, A830
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