The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Sanquhar
Cheapest price
€38
Average price
€38
Fastest journey
4 h 43 m
Average duration
4 h 43 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Sanquhar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Sanquhar will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
Of the 1 trains that leave Edinburgh for Sanquhar on Sat, Dec 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 20 the direct trains cover the 80 km distance in an average of 4 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 43 m .
On Sat, Dec 20 the slowest trains will take 4 h 43 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.


Live departures
Edinburgh to Sanquhar train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Sanquhar trains for tomorrow, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:52 AM Edinburgh | 4h43 | 9:35 AM Sanquhar | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Sanquhar
Take a train from Edinburgh to Sanquhar and enjoy the approximately 80 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 21:15.
Distance 80 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Trains per day 2 |
First train 05:18 |
Last train 21:15 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Edinburgh to Sanquhar trainsScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Sanquhar. 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 Sanquhar
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Sanquhar 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 Sanquhar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Sanquhar
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- 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.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
- 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: Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Station Road
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