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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Birnam
- Cheapest price on Oct 31
- $35
- Average ticket price on Oct 31
- $35
- Fastest journey on Oct 31
- 3 h 22 m
- Average journey duration on Oct 31
- 3 h 22 m
- Trains on Oct 31
- 1
- Distance
- 71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Birnam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Birnam will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Birnam without transferring at least 2 times.
W83043 · L87601 · SR5399005:33 AM 3h22 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 8:55 AM Dunkeld & Birnam (DKD) $35 1 One-way 2 transfers
- W83043 · L87601 · SR539900
5:33 AM 3h22 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 8:55 AM Dunkeld & Birnam (DKD) $35 1 One-way 2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Birnam
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Trains from Edinburgh to Birnam run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 22:27. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (71 km) distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 44 miles (71 km) |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 5:33 AM |
Last train 10:27 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Edinburgh to Birnam trip
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Birnam train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Birnam trains for tomorrow, Saturday, October 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W83043 · L87601 · SR539900 | 5:33 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h22 | 8:55 AM Dunkeld & Birnam (DKD) | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Birnam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Birnam 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 Birnam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Birnam
Most Edinburgh to Birnam trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Dunkeld & Birnam station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Birnam 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 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.
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.
Which Birnam station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Dunkeld & Birnam from Birnam city centre
Dunkeld & Birnam train station facilities and services
Dunkeld & Birnam has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dunkeld & Birnam.
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 Dunkeld & Birnam: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Dunkeld & Birnam: Bike Parking.
Train stations for Edinburgh to Birnam
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