The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Greenock Central (GKC)
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
2 h 7 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Greenock Central (GKC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Greenock Central (GKC) will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 2 trains that leave Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) for Greenock Central (GKC) on Tue, Dec 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 2 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 7 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 45 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 Waverley (EDB) to Greenock Central (GKC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Greenock Central (GKC) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h45 | 7:37 AM Greenock Central (GKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h07 | 8:37 AM Greenock Central (GKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Greenock Central (GKC)
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Greenock Central (GKC) run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 06:30. The fastest train covers the 60 miles (97 km) distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 60 miles (97 km) |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 04:52 |
Last train 06:30 |
Train companies: ScotRail, LNER, Cross Country from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Greenock Central (GKC) trainsScotRail, LNER, Cross Country trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Greenock Central (GKC) from $38 (€31). 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 Waverley (EDB) to Greenock Central (GKC)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Greenock Central (GKC) 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 Greenock Central (GKC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Greenock Central (GKC)
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:20 - 20:34 Saturday 07:20 - 20:34 Sunday 09:20 - 17:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1, ramp to platform 2 and stairs between platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 2
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. A key is available from the Ticket Office upon request. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Dalrymple Street: outside Kwikfit garage for buses to Glasgow, outside Job Centre for buses to Gourock)
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