- Recommended
Callendar House
Historic mansion museum with period rooms, exhibitions, and a recreated Georgian kitchen that brings Falkirk's social history to life.
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
27 m
Average duration
28 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Falkirk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Falkirk will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 16 trains that leave Edinburgh for Falkirk on Sat, Jul 25, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 25 the direct trains cover the 37 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
On Sat, Jul 25 the slowest trains will take 29 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.
W83162
W83136
L87844
L87812
W83067
L87782
L87793
L87754
L87812
C14736Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Falkirk among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 22 miles (37 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$11 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Falkirk take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 31m.
The journey is about 24m faster (29m by train vs 53m by car) and roughly $32 (€32) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($11 (€11) vs $43 (€43)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), ScotRail.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Falkirk trains for today, Friday, July 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W83276 | On time 11:03 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h32 | 11:35 PM Falkirk Grahamston (FKG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87892 | On time 11:15 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h30 | 11:45 PM Falkirk High (FKK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
M38906 | On time 11:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h32 | 12:02 AM Falkirk High (FKK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W83280 | On time 11:36 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h34 | 12:10 AM Falkirk Grahamston (FKG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87909 | On time 11:45 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h28 | 12:13 AM Falkirk High (FKK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87754 | 6:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h28 | 6:28 AM Falkirk High (FKK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W83067 | 6:04 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h33 | 6:37 AM Falkirk Grahamston (FKG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W83076 | 6:32 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h34 | 7:06 AM Falkirk Grahamston (FKG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C14736 | 6:45 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h29 | 7:14 AM Falkirk High (FKK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87782 | 7:15 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h27 | 7:42 AM Falkirk High (FKK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W83104 | 7:34 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h34 | 8:08 AM Falkirk Grahamston (FKG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87793 | 7:45 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h28 | 8:13 AM Falkirk High (FKK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W83111 | 8:04 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h35 | 8:39 AM Falkirk Grahamston (FKG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87812 | 8:15 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h29 | 8:44 AM Falkirk High (FKK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W83136 | 8:34 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h33 | 9:07 AM Falkirk Grahamston (FKG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C14741 | 8:45 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h30 | 9:15 AM Falkirk High (FKK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W83162 | 9:06 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h32 | 9:38 AM Falkirk Grahamston (FKG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87844 | 9:15 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h30 | 9:45 AM Falkirk High (FKK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C15378 | 9:35 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h33 | 10:08 AM Falkirk Grahamston (FKG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C14745 | 9:45 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h29 | 10:14 AM Falkirk High (FKK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W83157 | 10:03 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h37 | 10:40 AM Falkirk Grahamston (FKG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Edinburgh to Falkirk run on average 10 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (37 km) distance in 23m.
Distance 22 miles (37 km) |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€5) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
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Discover the best of Falkirk — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Falkirk trip today.
Historic mansion museum with period rooms, exhibitions, and a recreated Georgian kitchen that brings Falkirk's social history to life.
Museum in Bo'ness showcasing Scotland's canal heritage through interactive displays, archives, and stories of transport and trade.
Working railway heritage site with museum displays, vintage trains, and restored station buildings on a scenic preserved line.
Major parkland around The Kelpies with paths, lagoon views, public art, and easy walking links to canal-side attractions.
Large historic estate with woodland trails, ornamental grounds, and access to Callendar House, family walks, and open green space.
Linear canal-side walking and cycling route linking key Falkirk sights with waterside scenery, locks, and engineering features.
A hearty Scottish soup of smoked haddock, potatoes and onions. Closely associated with eastern Scotland and valued for its warming, coastal flavor.
Scotland’s national dish of sheep offal, oats and spices in a casing. A traditional Burns supper staple and widely served across Falkirk.
A breakfast favorite of sliced square sausage, usually served in a morning roll. It is a classic everyday Scottish comfort food.
Established hotel restaurant serving Scottish and European dishes in a polished, traditional setting near the town center.
Popular independent restaurant known for fresh seafood, fish dishes and warm service in a relaxed central Falkirk setting.
Long-established bakery and cafe favored for Scottish breakfasts, soups, sandwiches and cakes in an easygoing local atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Edinburgh, while local buses and rail are manageable for most visitors.
Service is often included or optional. In restaurants, 10% is common for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Falkirk Grahamston -> Falkirk High Street, Falkirk
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Falkirk 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 Falkirk, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Edinburgh to Falkirk trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Falkirk Grahamston station pair, with some services arriving at Falkirk High. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Falkirk train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
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 storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
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.
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Falkirk Grahamston 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 options are available at Falkirk Grahamston.
Ticket office support is available at Falkirk Grahamston. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Falkirk Grahamston: Parking, WC.
Available at Falkirk Grahamston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Falkirk Grahamston: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Short steep ramp onto platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs. Alternative accessible route is via the roadbridge Blue Badge parking bays: 13, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Falkirk High has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Falkirk High.
Ticket office support is available at Falkirk High. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Falkirk High: Parking, WC.
Available at Falkirk High: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Falkirk High: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1, ramp to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs. Alternative route is a long route using the subway under the rail tracks Blue Badge parking bays: 4, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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