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The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Ardrossan
Showing times and prices for Dec 15
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
2 h 36 m
Average duration
3 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
106 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Ardrossan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Ardrossan will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Edinburgh for Ardrossan on Mon, Dec 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct trains cover the 106 km distance in an average of 3 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest trains will take 3 h 26 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.
08:27AM2h36
Edinburgh11:03AMArdrossan
$381One-way
0 transfers
04:52AM3h26
Edinburgh08:18AMArdrossan
$391One-way
0 transfers
08:27AM2h36
Edinburgh11:03AMArdrossan
$381One-way
0 transfers
04:52AM3h26
Edinburgh08:18AMArdrossan
$391One-way
0 transfers
Live departures
Edinburgh to Ardrossan train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Ardrossan trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:00 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:52 AM Edinburgh | 3h26 | 8:18 AM Ardrossan | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:27 AM Edinburgh | 2h36 | 11:03 AM Ardrossan | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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ScotRail operates all train services from Edinburgh to Ardrossan. Omio is the only official third party seller for ScotRail tickets.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Ardrossan
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Ardrossan run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (106 km) distance in 2h 16m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 65 miles (106 km) |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 05:52 |
Last train 22:15 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: ScotRail from Edinburgh to Ardrossan trainsScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Ardrossan from $38 (€31). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ScotRail
About
Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 16m
Cheapest Price
$38 (€31)
ScotRail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions mentioned above
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Ardrossan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Ardrossan 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 Ardrossan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A visit to Ardrossan can typically be enjoyed over 1-2 days, allowing time to explore the town's harbor, enjoy local dining, and visit nearby attractions such as the Isle of Arran.
The train journey from Edinburgh to Ardrossan offers scenic views, including glimpses of the Scottish countryside, rolling hills, and coastal landscapes as it approaches the Ayrshire coast.
The train from Edinburgh to Ardrossan takes 2h 16m and runs 5 per day.
Train ticket prices from Edinburgh to Ardrossan can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $38 (€31), while the average price is around $39 (€31).
The last train from Edinburgh to Ardrossan leaves at 10:15 PM.
A day trip from Edinburgh to Ardrossan is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 16m each way. Trains run 5 times per day. The distance is 65 miles (106 km).
The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Ardrossan is by train, with a cost of around $38 (€31).
There is no direct train service currently available from Edinburgh to Ardrossan.
The distance by train from Edinburgh to Ardrossan is 65 miles (106 km).
The first train from Edinburgh to Ardrossan leaves at 5:52 AM.
The train station in Edinburgh that goes to Ardrossan is Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), which connects to Ardrossan Town (ADN).
Yes, you can take the train from Edinburgh to Ardrossan.
There is no high speed train available from Edinburgh to Ardrossan.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Edinburgh to Ardrossan.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Ardrossan
Edinburgh
Ardrossan
The major train station for departures in Edinburgh is Brunstane. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brunstane for your trip from Edinburgh to Ardrossan.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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
Public transit options for Brunstane
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Milton Road East-West bound
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WCHotelLoungeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Haymarket
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
Dining
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
Taxis
- 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.
Accessibility
- 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.
WC
- 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,
Hotel
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Bike Parking
- 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 Desk
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
Public transit options for Edinburgh Waverley
- 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.
The major train station for arrivals in Ardrossan is Ardrossan Harbour. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ardrossan Harbour for your journey to Ardrossan from Edinburgh.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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
Public transit options for Ardrossan Harbour
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off at the Ferry Terminal car park
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 18:15 Saturday 06:35 - 18:15 Sunday 09:45 - 19:10 Scottish Bookings only
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 1
- 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: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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, Arrival screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Ardrossan South Beach
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on South Beach Road next to the station entrance
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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
Public transit options for Ardrossan Town
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Princes Street
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