The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Livingston North (LSN)
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
21 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Livingston North (LSN) 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 Livingston North (LSN) will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 6 trains that leave Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) for Livingston North (LSN) on Thu, May 07, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 22 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.
W731178:23 AM0h21Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:44 AMLivingston North (LSN)$111One-way0 transfers
W731198:50 AM0h20Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:10 AMLivingston North (LSN)$111One-way0 transfers
W731229:21 AM0h20Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:41 AMLivingston North (LSN)$111One-way0 transfers
Y409418:08 AM0h22Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:30 AMLivingston North (LSN)$111One-way0 transfers
Y409488:41 AM0h23Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:04 AMLivingston North (LSN)$111One-way0 transfers
W731198:50 AM0h20Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:10 AMLivingston North (LSN)$111One-way0 transfers
W731229:21 AM0h20Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:41 AMLivingston North (LSN)$111One-way0 transfers
W731178:23 AM0h21Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:44 AMLivingston North (LSN)$111One-way0 transfers
Y409579:10 AM0h21Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:31 AMLivingston North (LSN)$111One-way0 transfers
Y409418:08 AM0h22Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:30 AMLivingston North (LSN)$111One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Livingston North (LSN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Livingston North (LSN) 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 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 14 miles (23 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Livingston North (LSN):
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Livingston North (LSN) costing on average $11 (€9).
Other travel options to Livingston North (LSN) take longer:
Bus takes on average 35m.
The journey is about 21m faster (22m by train vs 43m by car) and roughly $39 (€31) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($11 (€9) vs $50 (€40)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with ScotRail.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Livingston North (LSN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Livingston North (LSN) trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h23 | 12:02 AM Livingston North (LSN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
Y40941 | 8:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h22 | 8:30 AM Livingston North (LSN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W73117 | 8:23 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h21 | 8:44 AM Livingston North (LSN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y40948 | 8:41 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h23 | 9:04 AM Livingston North (LSN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W73119 | 8:50 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h20 | 9:10 AM Livingston North (LSN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y40957 | 9:10 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h21 | 9:31 AM Livingston North (LSN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W73122 | 9:21 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h20 | 9:41 AM Livingston North (LSN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Livingston North (LSN) by train or bus
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Scotrail, but also compare tickets for the likes of ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Livingston North (LSN).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Livingston North (LSN)
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Livingston North (LSN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:07, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 14 miles (23 km) distance in 20m.
Distance 14 miles (23 km) |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 7:07 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Livingston North (LSN) trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Livingston North (LSN) from $7 (€5). 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 Livingston North (LSN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Livingston North (LSN) 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 Livingston North (LSN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Livingston North (LSN)
- 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.
- Car Park: Station car park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the respective platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 7
- 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
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop at the top of stairs entrance to Platform 1
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