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Trains from Glasgow to Edinburgh (Waverley)

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Trains to Edinburgh (Waverley) from Glasgow

First train

05:00

Last train

23:45

Departure stationGlasgow
Arrival stationEdinburgh (Waverley)
Journey time

From 44m

Distance

42 miles (67 km)

Frequency

220 trains per day

Changes

Direct trains available

Train operators

CrossCountry, Lumo, ScotRail

What are the train times from Glasgow to Edinburgh (Waverley)?

Get from Glasgow to Edinburgh (Waverley) in as little as 44 minutes on the fastest trains, so you can make the most of your time.

The average train journey from Glasgow to Edinburgh (Waverley) takes around 1 hour 14 minutes. There are around 220 trains that operate on this route daily.

There are direct trains running on this popular route from Glasgow to Edinburgh (Waverley) every day.

Trains on this route are operated by Lumo, ScotRail and CrossCountry.

Booking in advance often results in cheaper ticket prices.

With our Journey Planner, you can check live train times, compare prices and check routes.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Glasgow to Edinburgh (Waverley)?

Want to know more about your journey from Glasgow to Edinburgh (Waverley)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Glasgow to Edinburgh (Waverley)?

You can get from Glasgow to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train in 1 hour and 14 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 44 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Glasgow to Edinburgh (Waverley) take?

The average journey time by train between Glasgow and Edinburgh (Waverley) is 1 hour and 14 minutes, with around 220 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Glasgow and Edinburgh (Waverley) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Glasgow to Edinburgh (Waverley) is 44 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Glasgow to Edinburgh (Waverley)?

Yes, it is possible to travel from Glasgow to Edinburgh (Waverley) without having to change trains. There are 220 direct trains from Glasgow to Edinburgh (Waverley) each day. However, there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Edinburgh (Waverley)?

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Glasgow to Edinburgh (Waverley) is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.

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Passenger reviews about this journey

Punctual, clean train. Also this service runs every 15 minutes so not too problematic if you miss one.

Christine Jones2 years agoChevronRightChevronRight

Train delayed by inclement weather which had led to flooding on line.. Train then terminated at Haymarket where we disembarked to await a train to Waverley. Staff on train kept us informed during journey. Were told we maybe able to reclaim from Scotrail. All in all extremely glad trains able to run and get us to our destination

Margaret Mosses2 years agoChevronRightChevronRight

Perfect 😊

Anonymous Customer2 years agoChevronRightChevronRight

Cancelled my train and the last minute and wouldn’t allow refund.

Anonymous Customer2 years agoChevronRightChevronRight

I paid extra for 1st class thinking at least a trolly with refreshments might come through! The only thing different was the tiny 1” that the seat apparently reclines!

Alison Jarvie2 years agoChevronRightChevronRight

Very packed

Clare2 years agoChevronRightChevronRight

Train was filthy. Smelt of sick. Not a pleasant experience.

Customer2 years agoChevronRightChevronRight

Rated 3.4 / 5. Showing 7 out of 7 reviews.

Tips and tricks from our Trainline team

We love helping our customers find inspiration for their next train journey. Discover some travel stories written based on our employees' experiences.

A day trip from Glasgow to Edinburgh by train

I was working in Glasgow for a couple of weeks and decided to take a day trip to Edinburgh, as I’d never been before, and it only takes around 40 minutes to travel between these two cities by train. I arrived about 15 minutes before my train was due to leave, so I grabbed a coffee before heading to my platform.

On the train

I hopped on the ScotRail service I’d booked to travel to Edinburgh and found my seat with ease, there was enough space above me to store my coat, so I settled in for the journey. There was free WiFi on the train so I used this to upload some snaps of the countryside from my window to social media, as it looked so pretty as we whizzed along.

Arriving into Edinburgh Waverley station

We arrived into platform 4 at Edinburgh Waverley, did you know it’s the second-largest station in the UK? Well, you can tell! It’s huge! The main concourse sits right in the middle of the station and has exits on both sides, as I was heading into Old Town first to look at the castle, I took the Market Street exit.

About Jorja

Jorja, a Trainline employee, chose to share her experience of the journey between Glasgow and Edinburgh.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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