The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Grantown on Spey
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
4 h 12 m
Average duration
4 h 16 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
154 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Grantown on Spey is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Grantown on Spey will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 2 trains that leave Edinburgh for Grantown on Spey on Wed, Jun 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct trains cover the 154 km distance in an average of 4 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 12 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest trains will take 4 h 20 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.
12:37 PM4h20Edinburgh4:57 PMGrantown on Spey$231One-way0 transfers
1:37 PM4h12Edinburgh5:49 PMGrantown on Spey$851One-way0 transfers
1:37 PM4h12Edinburgh5:49 PMGrantown on Spey$851One-way0 transfers
12:37 PM4h20Edinburgh4:57 PMGrantown on Spey$231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Edinburgh to Grantown on Spey
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Grantown on Spey among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $129.
Distance: 95 miles (154 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$65 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $454 Average price | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 28m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Grantown on Spey:
A bus is $49 (€40) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Grantown on Spey costing on average $65 (€52).
A bus is $439 (€354) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Grantown on Spey costing on average $454 (€366).
Other travel options to Grantown on Spey take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 12m.
Flight takes on average 6h 28m.
Tickets start at around $65 (€52) compared to roughly $52 (€42) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-13.09 (€-10.56). The journey takes 2h 57m versus 2h 49m 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.
Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh to Grantown on Spey by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Grantown on Spey
Trains from Edinburgh to Grantown on Spey run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:00, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 95 miles (154 km) distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 95 miles (154 km) |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 8:00 AM |
Last train 9:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Scotrail from Edinburgh to Grantown on Spey trainsScotrail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Grantown on Spey from $11 (€9). 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 Grantown on Spey
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Grantown on Spey 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 Grantown on Spey, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Grantown on Spey
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- 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.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
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