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It takes an average of 2h 39m to travel from East Kilbride to Musselburgh by train, over a distance of around 44 miles (72 km). There are normally 17 trains per day travelling from East Kilbride to Musselburgh and tickets for this journey start from £23.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:30 | |
| Departure station | East Kilbride | |
| Arrival station | Musselburgh | |
| Journey time | From 2h 8m | |
| Distance | 44 miles (72 km) | |
| Frequency | 17 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £23.90 | |
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Taking the train from East Kilbride to Musselburgh in 2 hours 8 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from East Kilbride to Musselburgh? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 39 minutes to travel the 44 miles (72 km) from East Kilbride to Musselburgh by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 8 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 17 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with ScotRail, TransPennine Express or CrossCountry to Musselburgh. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from East Kilbride to Musselburgh in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £23.90. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Musselburgh by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from East Kilbride to Musselburgh?
Want to know more about your journey from East Kilbride to Musselburgh? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from East Kilbride to Musselburgh?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.