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The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Lanark
Showing times and prices for Jan 20
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
2 h 23 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
48 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Lanark is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Lanark will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Edinburgh for Lanark on Tue, Jan 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 20 the direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 23 m .
On Tue, Jan 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 23 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.
04:52AM2h23
Edinburgh07:15AMLanark
$201One-way
0 transfers
04:52AM2h23
Edinburgh07:15AMLanark
$201One-way
0 transfers
Live departures
Edinburgh to Lanark train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Lanark trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 3:03 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:52 AM Edinburgh | 2h23 | 7:15 AM Lanark | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Edinburgh to Lanark trains with Omio?
ScotRail as well as Caledonian Sleeper and Cross Country offer trains services from Edinburgh to Lanark. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Edinburgh to Lanark.
Why book with Omio vs ScotRail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for ScotRail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Caledonian Sleeper and Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Lanark.
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- Multiple travel company options: While ScotRail tickets can be bought on ScotRail's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Caledonian Sleeper and Cross Country to help you choose the right option for your journey from Edinburgh to Lanark.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Lanark
United KingdomUnited KingdomTrain Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Edinburgh to Lanark start from as low as $19 (€16) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $20 (€16) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 5 daily trains from Edinburgh to Lanark with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 1h 23m but the average duration is 1h 11m
Train Operators
- Travel from Edinburgh to Lanark with ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country, and ScotRail
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is ScotRail.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and arrive in Lanark station (LNK)
- First train typically departs at 05:24 AM and the last at 10:50 PM
Distance 29 miles (48 km) |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 05:24 |
Last train 22:50 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country from Edinburgh to Lanark trainsScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country trains will get you between Edinburgh and Lanark from $19 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ScotRail
About
Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 23m
Cheapest Price
$19 (€16)
ScotRail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions mentioned above
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free
Quiet zone
Caledonian Sleeper
About
The Caledonian Sleeper is a train service operating in the United Kingdom. It offers overnight journeys between London, Scotland, the North of England and Wales. The service is operated by Serco and consists of two types of trains: the Classic Sleeper and the Lowland Sleeper. The Classic Sleeper offers comfortable sleeping berths, while the Lowland Sleeper offers reclining seats. Both trains offer onboard facilities such as Wi-Fi, power sockets, and complimentary tea and coffee.Ticket types include Standard, First Class and Solo. Standard tickets offer access to the lounge car, while First Class tickets include access to the lounge car and complimentary breakfast. Solo tickets are available for single travellers and offer access to the lounge car and a private sleeping berth. The most popular routes for the Caledonian Sleeper are London to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. Passengers can also travel from London to Aberdeen, Fort William and Dundee.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 31m
Cheapest Price
$125 (€101)
Caledonian Sleeper frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in each carriage and under beds in sleeping compartments
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and timing before departure
Refund
Full refund provided if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Complimentary breakfast for all guests. Club Car serves dinner and drinks. Room service available for sleeping car passengers
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for sleeping car passengers. Optional seat reservations available for seated carriages
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Accessible rooms available, wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and staff assistance
Pets
Small pets allowed in sleeping compartments for a fee. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 13m
Cheapest Price
$74 (€60)
Cross Country frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Lanark
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Lanark 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 Lanark, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Edinburgh to Lanark can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $19 (€16), while the average price is around $20 (€16).
The train from Edinburgh to Lanark takes 1h 23m and runs 5 per day.
The first train from Edinburgh to Lanark leaves at 5:24 AM.
The distance by train from Edinburgh to Lanark is 29 miles (48 km).
The last train from Edinburgh to Lanark leaves at 10:50 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Edinburgh to Lanark.
There is no direct train service currently available from Edinburgh to Lanark.
Yes, there is a night train from Edinburgh to Lanark.
The train station in Edinburgh that goes to Lanark is Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), which connects to Lanark station (LNK).
The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Lanark is by train, with a cost of around $19 (€16).
Yes, the train journey from Edinburgh to Lanark offers scenic views, featuring rolling hills, lush countryside, and picturesque rural landscapes typical of Scotland's natural beauty.
Yes, a day trip from Edinburgh to Lanark is feasible. The journey takes 1h 23m, covering 29 miles (48 km). Trains run 5 times per day.
Spending two to three days in Lanark is ideal to explore its historical sites, enjoy the surrounding nature, and experience local attractions like the New Lanark World Heritage Site and the Falls of Clyde.
Yes, you can take the train from Edinburgh to Lanark.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Lanark
Edinburgh
Lanark
The major train station for departures in Edinburgh is Edinburgh Waverley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh Waverley for your trip from Edinburgh to Lanark.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
Dining
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
Taxis
- 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.
Accessibility
- 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.
WC
- 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,
Hotel
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Bike Parking
- 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 Desk
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
Public transit options for Edinburgh Waverley
- 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.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transit options for Haymarket
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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 single platform
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transit options for Brunstane
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Milton Road East-West bound
The major train station for arrivals in Lanark is Lanark. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lanark for your journey to Lanark from Edinburgh.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 20:25 Saturday 06:20 - 20:25 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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 Blue Badge parking bays: 3
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transit options for Lanark
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the Bus Terminal on Bannatyne Street
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