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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Girvan
Cheapest price
$84
Average price
$84
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 40 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Girvan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Girvan will cost around $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Girvan without transferring at least once.
4:17 PM2h40Edinburgh6:57 PMGirvan$841One-way1 transfer
- 4:17 PM2h40Edinburgh6:57 PMGirvan$841One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Girvan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Girvan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $84.
Distance: 81 miles (131 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$84 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Girvan:
A bus is $55 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Girvan costing on average $84 (€69).
Other travel options to Girvan take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 13m.
Tickets start at around $84 (€69) compared to roughly $35 (€29) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-48.71 (€-40.00). The journey takes 2h 50m versus 2h 15m 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 Girvan train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Girvan trains for today, Monday, July 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:17 PM Edinburgh | 2h40 | 6:57 PM Girvan | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Girvan
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Girvan run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $84 (€69) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 20:19. The fastest train covers the 81 miles (131 km) distance in 2h 39m.
Distance 81 miles (131 km) |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $84 (€69) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 39m |
First train 5:52 AM |
Last train 8:19 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Edinburgh to Girvan trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Girvan from $24 (€20). 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 Girvan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Girvan 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 Girvan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Girvan
Most Edinburgh to Girvan trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Girvan station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Girvan 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.
Which Girvan station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Girvan from Girvan city centre
Girvan train station facilities and services
Girvan has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Girvan.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Girvan: WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Girvan: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Girvan.
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