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The cheapest and fastest trains from Paisley to Edinburgh
Showing times and prices for May 27
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€27
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
78 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paisley to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paisley to Edinburgh will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Paisley to Edinburgh without transferring at least once.
W68194 · L882388:01 AM2h10Paisley Canal (PCN)10:11 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€271One-way1 transfer- W68198 · W842038:31 AM2h13Paisley Canal (PCN)10:44 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€271One-way1 transfer
- W68198 · W842038:33 AM2h11Hawkhead (HKH)10:44 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€271One-way1 transfer
- W68194 · L882388:03 AM2h08Hawkhead (HKH)10:11 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€271One-way1 transfer
- W68201 · L870939:01 AM1h59Paisley Canal (PCN)11:00 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€271One-way1 transfer
- W83402 · L87838+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street8:15 AM1h30Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)9:45 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€271One-way2 transfers - W68559 · L87845+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street8:31 AM1h33Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)10:04 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€271One-way2 transfers
- W68553 · L87829+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street8:01 AM1h34Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)9:35 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€271One-way2 transfers
- L87358 · L87853+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street8:45 AM1h38Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)10:23 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€271One-way2 transfers
- W68559 · L882388:31 AM1h40Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG)10:11 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€271One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Paisley to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Paisley to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 78 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€26 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Paisley to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Paisley to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W68194 · L88238 | 8:01 AM Paisley Canal (PCN) | 2h10 | 10:11 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| W68553 · L87829+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 8:01 AM Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG) | 1h34 | 9:35 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| W68194 · L87838+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 8:01 AM Paisley Canal (PCN) | 1h44 | 9:45 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| W68194 · L88238 | 8:03 AM Hawkhead (HKH) | 2h08 | 10:11 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| W68194 · L87838+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 8:03 AM Hawkhead (HKH) | 1h42 | 9:45 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| W83402 · L87838+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 8:15 AM Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG) | 1h30 | 9:45 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| W68198 · W84203 | 8:31 AM Paisley Canal (PCN) | 2h13 | 10:44 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| W68559 · L88238 | 8:31 AM Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG) | 1h40 | 10:11 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| W68559+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+L87845 | 8:31 AM Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG) | 1h33 | 10:04 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| W68198 · L87853+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 8:31 AM Paisley Canal (PCN) | 1h52 | 10:23 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| W68198 · W84203 | 8:33 AM Hawkhead (HKH) | 2h11 | 10:44 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| W68198 · L87853+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 8:33 AM Hawkhead (HKH) | 1h50 | 10:23 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| L87358 · W84203 | 8:45 AM Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG) | 1h59 | 10:44 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| L87358 · L87853+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 8:45 AM Paisley Gilmour Street (PYG) | 1h38 | 10:23 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| W68201 · L87093 | 9:01 AM Paisley Canal (PCN) | 1h59 | 11:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| W68201 · L87093 | 9:03 AM Hawkhead (HKH) | 1h57 | 11:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| W68208 · L87890+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 9:31 AM Paisley Canal (PCN) | 2h02 | 11:33 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| W68208+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+L87890 | 9:33 AM Hawkhead (HKH) | 2h00 | 11:33 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Paisley to Edinburgh?
The best time to book your train from Paisley to Edinburgh is 6 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Paisley to Edinburgh route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Paisley to Edinburgh per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Paisley to Edinburgh.
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Overview: Train from Paisley to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Paisley to Edinburgh run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 78 km distance in 1h 28m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €7
Distance 78 km |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 5:52 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 3 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €7
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Paisley to Edinburgh trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Paisley and Edinburgh from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Scotrail
About
Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 28m
Cheapest Price
€22
Scotrail frequency
18 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions mentioned above
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free
Quiet zone
ScotRail
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 17m
Cheapest Price
€48
ScotRail frequency
17 a day
FAQs: Trains from Paisley to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paisley 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.
Cheap train tickets from Paisley to Edinburgh can start from as little as €22 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Paisley to Edinburgh is €26; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Paisley to Edinburgh is 1h 28m to travel the 78 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Paisley to Edinburgh leaves at 5:52 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Paisley to Edinburgh leaves at 11:49 PM.
There are 19 trains a day from Paisley to Edinburgh which require at least one change with Scotrail, ScotRail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Paisley to Edinburgh, you can count on Scotrail, ScotRail for the best way to get you to Edinburgh. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Paisley and Edinburgh and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Edinburgh from Paisley is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 28m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Paisley to Edinburgh is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Paisley and Edinburgh including taking a train and bus.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Paisley to Edinburgh
Paisley
Edinburgh
The major train station for departures in Paisley is Hawkhead. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hawkhead for your trip from Paisley to Edinburgh.
Hawkhead
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car park
Accessibility
- 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 Blue Badge parking bays: 2
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transit options for Hawkhead
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Seedhill Road
Paisley Canal
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transit options for Paisley Canal
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Causeyside Street
The major train station for arrivals in Edinburgh is Edinburgh Waverley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh Waverley for your journey to Edinburgh from Paisley.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WC
HotelLoungeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
Dining
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
Taxis
- 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.
Accessibility
- 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.
WC
- 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,
Hotel
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Bike Parking
- 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 Desk
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
Public transit options for Edinburgh Waverley
- 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.
Haymarket
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transit options for Haymarket
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
Edinburgh Park
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
7 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transit options for Edinburgh Park
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Platform 2 bus stop, adjacent to Herminston Gate
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