4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Coatbridge
Cheapest price
kr207
Average price
kr207
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Coatbridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Coatbridge will cost around kr207 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr207.
Of the 2 trains that leave Edinburgh for Coatbridge on Fri, Jul 31, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 31 the direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
On Fri, Jul 31 the slowest trains will take 2 h 59 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.
4:52 AM2h59Edinburgh7:51 AMCoatbridgekr2071One-way0 transfers- 7:03 AM1h21Edinburgh8:24 AMCoatbridgekr2081One-way0 transfers
- 7:03 AM1h21Edinburgh8:24 AMCoatbridgekr2081One-way0 transfers
- 4:52 AM2h59Edinburgh7:51 AMCoatbridgekr2071One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Coatbridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Coatbridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from kr53. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr53, and a train costs an average of kr205.
Distance: 32 miles (53 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
kr207 Average price | kr54 Average price Cheapest | kr138 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 37m Average total duration 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Coatbridge:
A bus is kr153 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Coatbridge costing on average kr207.
Other travel options to Coatbridge take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 7m.
Tickets start at around kr207 compared to roughly kr138 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr-69.40. The journey takes 1h 7m versus 1h 2m 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.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Coatbridge train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Coatbridge 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:59 AM Edinburgh | 1h48 | 12:47 PM Coatbridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:59 AM Edinburgh | 1h48 | 1:47 PM Coatbridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 31 | |||||
| 4:52 AM Edinburgh | 2h59 | 7:51 AM Coatbridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:03 AM Edinburgh | 1h21 | 8:24 AM Coatbridge | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Coatbridge
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Coatbridge run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr205 but you can travel from only kr53 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 22:57. The fastest train covers the 32 miles (53 km) distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 32 miles (53 km) |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price kr205 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 5:33 AM |
Last train 10:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Edinburgh to Coatbridge trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Coatbridge from kr53. 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 Coatbridge
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Coatbridge 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 Coatbridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Coatbridge
Most Edinburgh to Coatbridge trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Coatbridge Sunnyside station pair, with some services arriving at Coatbridge Central. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Coatbridge 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 Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
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 Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: 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, 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.
Which Coatbridge station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Coatbridge Sunnyside from Coatbridge city centre
Coatbridge Sunnyside train station facilities and services
Coatbridge Sunnyside has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Coatbridge Sunnyside.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Coatbridge Sunnyside. 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 Coatbridge Sunnyside: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Coatbridge Sunnyside: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Coatbridge Sunnyside: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level from car park to platform 1, steep ramp to platform 2 Blue Badge parking bays: 8, 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: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Coatdyke from Coatbridge city centre
Coatdyke is 1 km from Coatbridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Coatdyke train station facilities and services
Coatdyke has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Coatdyke.
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 Coatdyke: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Coatdyke: Bike Parking.
Getting to Coatbridge Central from Coatbridge city centre
Coatbridge Central train station facilities and services
Coatbridge Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Coatbridge Central.
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 Coatbridge Central: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Coatbridge Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Coatbridge Central: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. This is a Category B station. Ramp to platform 1, connecting stairs & underpass to platform 2, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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