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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Mallaig
Cheapest price
€54
Average price
€80
Fastest journey
6 h 24 m
Average duration
6 h 27 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
199 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Mallaig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Mallaig will cost around €80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €54.
Of the 3 trains that leave Edinburgh for Mallaig on Tue, Aug 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 199 km distance in an average of 6 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 24 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 6 h 28 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.
11:15 AM6h28Edinburgh5:43 PMMallaig€541One-way0 transfers- 10:15 AM6h28Edinburgh4:43 PMMallaig€781One-way0 transfers
- 5:15 PM6h24Edinburgh11:39 PMMallaig€1091One-way0 transfers
- 5:15 PM6h24Edinburgh11:39 PMMallaig€1091One-way0 transfers
- 11:15 AM6h28Edinburgh5:43 PMMallaig€541One-way0 transfers
- 10:15 AM6h28Edinburgh4:43 PMMallaig€781One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Mallaig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Mallaig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €75. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €75, and a train costs an average of €37.
Distance: 199 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€87 Average price | €75 Average price Cheapest |
6h 40m Average total duration Fastest 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 19m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Mallaig train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Mallaig trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L87902 · C14830_C14877 | 11:15 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h29 | 5:44 PM Mallaig station (MLG) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Mallaig
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Mallaig run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €37 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 17:19. The fastest train covers the 199 km distance in 6h 24m.
Distance 199 km |
Average train duration 6h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 6h 24m |
First train 6:03 AM |
Last train 5:19 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail from Edinburgh to Mallaig trainsScotrail, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Mallaig from €37. 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 Mallaig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Mallaig 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 Mallaig, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Mallaig
Most Edinburgh to Mallaig trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Mallaig station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Mallaig 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 Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
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 Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: 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.
Which Mallaig station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Mallaig from Mallaig city centre
Mallaig train station facilities and services
Mallaig has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, 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 Mallaig.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mallaig. 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 Mallaig: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mallaig: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mallaig: 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 Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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