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ScotRail operates all trains services from Edinburgh to Banff.
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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 $39 (€31) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:03, the last at 13:46. The fastest train covers the 121 miles (195 km) distance in 3h 19m.
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 121 miles (195 km) |
Average train duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€31) |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 08:03 |
Last train 13:46 |
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 Banff trainsScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Banff from $39 (€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
3h 19m
Cheapest Price
$39 (€31)
ScotRail frequency
12 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 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.
Train ticket prices from Edinburgh to Banff can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $39 (€31), while the average price is around $63 (€50).
The train from Edinburgh to Banff takes 3h 19m and runs 15 per day.
The distance by train from Edinburgh to Banff is 121 miles (195 km).
The first train from Edinburgh to Banff leaves at 8:03 AM.
The last train from Edinburgh to Banff leaves at 1:46 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Edinburgh to Banff.
There is no direct train service currently available from Edinburgh to Banff.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Edinburgh to Banff.
The train station in Edinburgh that goes to Banff is Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), which connects to Keith station (KEH).
The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Banff is by train, with a cost of around $39 (€31).
Yes, the train journey from Edinburgh to Banff is scenic, offering views of the rolling countryside, charming Scottish towns, and glimpses of the coastline as it travels through the picturesque landscapes of Scotland.
A day trip from Edinburgh to Banff is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 19m. Trains run 15 times per day.
Three to five days in Banff allows visitors to explore major attractions like Lake Louise, the Banff Gondola, and the Icefields Parkway, along with time for hiking and enjoying the town's amenities.
Yes, you can take the train from Edinburgh to Banff.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Banff
Edinburgh
Banff
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information 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.
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