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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Musselburgh
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$5
Fastest journey
7 m
Average duration
7 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
9 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Musselburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Musselburgh will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 2 trains that leave Edinburgh for Musselburgh on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 9 km distance in an average of 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 7 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.
9:40 AM0h07Edinburgh9:47 AMMusselburgh$51One-way0 transfers- 10:40 AM0h07Edinburgh10:47 AMMusselburgh$51One-way0 transfers
- 10:40 AM0h07Edinburgh10:47 AMMusselburgh$51One-way0 transfers
- 9:40 AM0h07Edinburgh9:47 AMMusselburgh$51One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Musselburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Musselburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $2, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 5 miles (9 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$5 Average price | $3 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
37m Average total duration Fastest 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Musselburgh:
A bus is $2 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Musselburgh costing on average $5 (€4).
Other travel options to Musselburgh take longer:
Bus takes on average 25m.
The journey is about 22m faster (7m by train vs 29m by car) and roughly $40 (€33) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($5 (€4) vs $46 (€37)). 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, ScotRail.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Musselburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Musselburgh trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:18 AM Edinburgh | 0h06 | 8:24 AM Musselburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:36 PM Edinburgh | 0h08 | 1:44 PM Musselburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Musselburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Musselburgh run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $2 (€2) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:28, the last at 23:14. The fastest train covers the 5 miles (9 km) distance in 6m.
Distance 5 miles (9 km) |
Average train duration 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 6m |
First train 6:28 AM |
Last train 11:14 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Edinburgh to Musselburgh trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Musselburgh from $2 (€2). 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 Musselburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Musselburgh 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 Musselburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Musselburgh
Most Edinburgh to Musselburgh trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Musselburgh station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Musselburgh 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.
Getting to Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway 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
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. 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: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, 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: Yes.
Which Musselburgh station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Musselburgh from Musselburgh city centre
Musselburgh is 1 km from Musselburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Musselburgh train station facilities and services
Musselburgh has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Musselburgh.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Musselburgh: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Musselburgh: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Musselburgh: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. Ramps to both platforms 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, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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