The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Auchterarder
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
1 h 7 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Auchterarder is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Auchterarder will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 10 trains that leave Edinburgh for Auchterarder on Sun, Jul 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 05 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
On Sun, Jul 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 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.
G802294:32 PM1h07Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:39 PMGleneagles (GLE)$151One-way0 transfers
W83257 · L870421:05 PM1h27Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:32 PMGleneagles (GLE)$171One-way1 transfer
W83245 · L8701611:12 AM1h20Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:32 PMGleneagles (GLE)$171One-way1 transfer
W83267 · L870303:07 PM1h24Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:31 PMGleneagles (GLE)$171One-way1 transfer
W83226 · L872735:34 PM1h21Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:55 PMGleneagles (GLE)$171One-way1 transfer
G802294:32 PM1h07Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:39 PMGleneagles (GLE)$151One-way0 transfers
W83245 · L8701611:12 AM1h20Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:32 PMGleneagles (GLE)$171One-way1 transfer
C153976:07 PM1h20Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:27 PMGleneagles (GLE)$311One-way0 transfers
W83226 · L872735:34 PM1h21Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:55 PMGleneagles (GLE)$171One-way1 transfer
W83263 · C146812:06 PM1h22Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:28 PMGleneagles (GLE)$311One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train for Edinburgh to Auchterarder
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Auchterarder among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 31 miles (50 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$23 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (1h 6m by train vs 1h 10m by car). Tickets start at around $23 (€19) compared to roughly $15 (€13) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with London North Eastern Railway.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Auchterarder train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Auchterarder trains for tomorrow, Sunday, July 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W83200 · C14676 | 10:35 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h26 | 12:01 PM Gleneagles (GLE) | 1 transfer | |
W83245 · L87016 | 11:12 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h20 | 12:32 PM Gleneagles (GLE) | 1 transfer | |
W83257 · L87042 | 1:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h27 | 2:32 PM Gleneagles (GLE) | 1 transfer | |
C14691 · C14681 | 1:53 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h35 | 3:28 PM Gleneagles (GLE) | 1 transfer | |
W83263 · C14681 | 2:06 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h22 | 3:28 PM Gleneagles (GLE) | 1 transfer | |
W83267 · L87030 | 3:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h24 | 4:31 PM Gleneagles (GLE) | 1 transfer | |
G80229 | 4:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h07 | 5:39 PM Gleneagles (GLE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W83226 · L87273 | 5:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h21 | 6:55 PM Gleneagles (GLE) | 1 transfer | |
C15397 | 6:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h20 | 7:27 PM Gleneagles (GLE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W83227 · L87038 | 6:35 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h57 | 8:32 PM Gleneagles (GLE) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Auchterarder
Trains from Edinburgh to Auchterarder run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 23:07. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (50 km) distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 31 miles (50 km) |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 4:53 AM |
Last train 11:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway from Edinburgh to Auchterarder trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Edinburgh and Auchterarder from $17 (€14). 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 to Auchterarder
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Auchterarder 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 Auchterarder, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Auchterarder
Most Edinburgh to Auchterarder trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Gleneagles station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Auchterarder train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: 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.
Getting to Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. Information desks are 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: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, 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: Yes.
Which Auchterarder station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Gleneagles from Auchterarder city centre
Gleneagles is 2 km from Auchterarder city centre. Public transport options include:
Gleneagles train station facilities and services
Gleneagles has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gleneagles.
Tickets and information
Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gleneagles: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gleneagles: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gleneagles: 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 both 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, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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