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Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Clarkston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Clarkston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $57. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $57, and a train costs an average of $57.
Distance: 43 miles (70 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$57 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Clarkston take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 17m.
Tickets start at around $57 (€47) compared to roughly $18 (€15) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-39.44 (€-32.50). The journey takes 1h 35m versus 1h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Clarkston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Clarkston run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 (€47) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 43 miles (70 km) distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 43 miles (70 km) |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€47) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 10:41 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: ScotRail from Edinburgh to Clarkston trainsScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Clarkston from $57 (€47). 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 Clarkston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Clarkston 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 Clarkston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Clarkston
Most Edinburgh to Clarkston trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Williamwood station pair, with some services arriving at Clarkston. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Clarkston 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.
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Getting to Williamwood from Clarkston city centre
Williamwood is 1 km from Clarkston city centre. Public transport options include:
Williamwood train station facilities and services
Williamwood has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Williamwood.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Williamwood. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Williamwood: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Williamwood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Williamwood: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step-free - Stairs 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 public telephones: Card only telephone, 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.
Getting to Clarkston from Clarkston city centre
Clarkston train station facilities and services
Clarkston has practical services for this route, including Shopping, 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 Clarkston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Clarkston. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clarkston: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Clarkston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clarkston: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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