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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Saltcoats
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Saltcoats is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Saltcoats will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Saltcoats without transferring at least once.
8:30 AM1h53Edinburgh10:23 AMSaltcoats$711One-way1 transfer- 9:32 AM1h51Edinburgh11:23 AMSaltcoats$711One-way1 transfer
- 10:00 AM1h51Edinburgh11:51 AMSaltcoats$711One-way1 transfer
- 10:30 AM1h53Edinburgh12:23 PMSaltcoats$711One-way1 transfer
- 11:30 AM1h40Edinburgh1:10 PMSaltcoats$711One-way1 transfer
- 4:00 PM1h31Edinburgh5:31 PMSaltcoats$711One-way1 transfer
- 1:02 PM1h39Edinburgh2:41 PMSaltcoats$711One-way1 transfer
- 11:30 AM1h40Edinburgh1:10 PMSaltcoats$711One-way1 transfer
- 9:32 AM1h51Edinburgh11:23 AMSaltcoats$711One-way1 transfer
- 10:00 AM1h51Edinburgh11:51 AMSaltcoats$711One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train for Edinburgh to Saltcoats
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Saltcoats among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $71. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $71, and a train costs an average of $71.
Distance: 65 miles (105 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$71 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 16m sooner (1h 36m by train vs 1h 52m by car). Tickets start at around $71 (€58) compared to roughly $28 (€23) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Saltcoats
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Saltcoats run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $71 (€58) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:06, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (105 km) distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 65 miles (105 km) |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 (€58) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 6:06 AM |
Last train 10:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Edinburgh to Saltcoats trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Saltcoats from $71 (€58). 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 Saltcoats
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Saltcoats 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 Saltcoats, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Saltcoats
Most Edinburgh to Saltcoats trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Saltcoats station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Saltcoats 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 Brunstane from Edinburgh city centre
Brunstane is 6 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Brunstane train station facilities and services
Brunstane has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Brunstane.
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 Brunstane: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Brunstane: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brunstane: 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.
Which Saltcoats station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Saltcoats from Saltcoats city centre
Saltcoats train station facilities and services
Saltcoats has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Saltcoats. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Saltcoats: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Saltcoats: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Saltcoats: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to both platforms and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 5, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Card only telephone, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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