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Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Edinburgh to Banff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Banff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $322.
Distance: 121 miles (195 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
$57 Average price Cheapest | $447 Average price |
3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 18m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Banff:
A train is $390 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Banff costing on average $447.
Other travel options to Banff take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 18m.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Banff train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Banff trains for today, Thursday, July 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 9:30 AM Edinburgh | 3h19 | 12:49 PM Banff | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:28 PM Edinburgh | 3h29 | 4:57 PM Banff | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Banff
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Banff run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:56, the last at 19:37. The fastest train covers the 121 miles (195 km) distance in 3h 19m.
Distance 121 miles (195 km) |
Average train duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 5:56 AM |
Last train 7:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Scotrail from Edinburgh to Banff trainsScotrail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Banff from $38. 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 Banff
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Banff 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 Banff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Banff
Most Edinburgh to Banff trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Keith station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Banff 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.
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