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Musselburgh to Kirknewton by train

It takes an average of 59m to travel from Musselburgh to Kirknewton by train, over a distance of around 14 miles (23 km). There are normally 13 trains per day travelling from Musselburgh to Kirknewton and tickets for this journey start from £8 when you book in advance.

First train

05:28

Last train

21:54

Departure station

Musselburgh

Arrival station

Kirknewton

Journey time

From 42m

Distance

14 miles (23 km)

Frequency

13 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Price

From £8

Train operators

ScotRail

Taking the train from Musselburgh to Kirknewton in 42 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Musselburgh to Kirknewton? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 59 minutes to travel the 14 miles (23 km) from Musselburgh to Kirknewton by train, although you can get there in as little as 42 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 13 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with ScotRail for all or at least part of your journey to Kirknewton.

Book train tickets from Musselburgh to Kirknewton in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £8.00. 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 Kirknewton by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Musselburgh to Kirknewton? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Musselburgh to Kirknewton take?

The average journey time by train between Musselburgh and Kirknewton is 59 minutes, with around 13 trains per day. 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 Musselburgh and Kirknewton by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Musselburgh to Kirknewton is 42 minutes.

How much does the train from Musselburgh to Kirknewton cost?

Train ticket prices from Musselburgh to Kirknewton can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.

Is there a direct train from Musselburgh to Kirknewton?

No, there are no direct train services from Musselburgh to Kirknewton. Travelling from Musselburgh to Kirknewton by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Musselburgh to Kirknewton leave?

The first train from Musselburgh to Kirknewton leaves at 05:28. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Musselburgh to Kirknewton leave?

The last train from Musselburgh to Kirknewton leaves at 21:54. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Musselburgh and Kirknewton by train?

Trains travelling from Musselburgh to Kirknewton cover a distance of around 14 miles (23 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Kirknewton to Musselburgh.

Cheap train tickets from Musselburgh to Kirknewton

Train tickets from Musselburgh to Kirknewton start at £8 one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets.

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