- Must visit
The Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery
Major university museum in Glasgow with world cultures, natural history and art, popular for its breadth and free entry.
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
1 h 46 m
Average duration
1 h 51 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
70 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Milngavie is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Milngavie will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 3 trains that leave Edinburgh for Milngavie on Sat, Aug 01, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct trains cover the 70 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest trains will take 2 h 2 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Milngavie among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $31.
Distance: 43 miles (70 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$33 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Milngavie:
A bus is $26 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Milngavie costing on average $33 (€27).
Other travel options to Milngavie take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 17m.
The journey is about 6m faster (1h 17m by train vs 1h 23m by car) and roughly $28 (€23) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($33 (€27) vs $61 (€50)). 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.
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 Milngavie trains for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L87770 · W69954 | Delayed 5:46 AM 6:45 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h30 | 8:15 AM Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 transfer | |
L87801 · C15492 | Delayed 7:00 AM 8:00 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h31 | 8:32 AM 8:32 AMMilngavie station (MLN) | 1 transfer | |
L87831 · C15498 | Delayed 8:01 AM 9:00 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h31 | 10:31 AM Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 transfer | |
L87847 · C15502 | Delayed 8:30 AM 9:30 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h31 | 10:02 AM 10:02 AMMilngavie station (MLN) | 1 transfer | |
L87888 · C15510 | Delayed 9:45 AM 10:45 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h46 | 11:36 AM 11:36 AMMilngavie station (MLN) | 1 transfer | |
L87936 · C15483 | Delayed 11:45 AM 12:45 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h47 | 2:32 PM Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 transfer | |
L87943 · C15489 | Delayed 12:15 PM 1:15 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h48 | 3:03 PM Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 transfer | |
L87975 · W69969 | Delayed 2:15 PM 3:15 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h30 | 4:45 PM Milngavie station (MLN) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, August 1 | |||||
![]() | 7:45 AM Edinburgh | 1h46 | 9:31 AM Milngavie | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 AM Edinburgh | 1h46 | 10:31 AM Milngavie | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Edinburgh to Milngavie run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 43 miles (70 km) distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 43 miles (70 km) |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 11:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Milngavie — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Milngavie trip today.
Major university museum in Glasgow with world cultures, natural history and art, popular for its breadth and free entry.
Riverside museum in Glasgow presenting transport and city history through interactive displays in a striking Zaha Hadid building.
Acclaimed free museum in Glasgow with art, armour and natural history collections inside a grand civic building.
Popular country park with woodland trails, lakes, heritage ruins and family facilities, making it one of Milngavie's top outdoor escapes.
Iconic long-distance trail beginning in Milngavie, drawing hikers from around the world for its Highlands journey.
Long reservoir walk north of Milngavie with expansive water views and easy paths, loved by walkers, runners and birdwatchers.
A comforting Scottish soup of leeks, potatoes and stock, long served in homes and pubs across West Central Scotland.
Scotland’s national dish of oats, spices and offal in a casing. It is a classic Burns supper staple and common on local menus.
Cured smoked haddock poached in milk, often with onion and butter. A traditional Scottish breakfast and supper fish dish.
Established local café for breakfasts, soups, sandwiches and cakes, with a friendly daytime atmosphere near the town centre.
Popular casual Indian restaurant in Milngavie, known for reliable curries, grilled dishes and friendly service in a relaxed setting.
Well-known village pub and restaurant serving Scottish pub classics, drinks and weekend meals in a traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Dining and lodging cost less than central Glasgow, while rail fares and everyday cafe prices are typical for the region.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis. Cafe tipping is not expected but appreciated.
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Milngavie Station -> Glasgow Queen Street
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Milngavie 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 Milngavie, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Edinburgh to Milngavie trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Milngavie station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Milngavie 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.
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.
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.
Milngavie has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Milngavie.
Wi-Fi is available at Milngavie.
Ticket office support is available at Milngavie. 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 Milngavie: Parking, WC.
Available at Milngavie: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milngavie: 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 Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 6, 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: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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