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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Wallyford
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
11 m
Average duration
11 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Wallyford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Wallyford will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 1 trains that leave Edinburgh for Wallyford on Fri, Jul 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 03 the direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .
On Fri, Jul 03 the slowest trains will take 11 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.
12:15 PM0h11Edinburgh12:26 PMWallyford$71One-way0 transfers
- 12:15 PM0h11Edinburgh12:26 PMWallyford$71One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Wallyford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Wallyford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 7 miles (12 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$7 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
40m Average total duration Fastest 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Wallyford:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Wallyford costing on average $7 (€6).
Other travel options to Wallyford take longer:
Bus takes on average 35m.
You'll arrive about 18m sooner (10m by train vs 28m by car). Tickets start at around $7 (€6) compared to roughly $3 (€3) 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.
Direct services run with Scotrail, ScotRail.
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.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Wallyford train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Wallyford trains for today, Thursday, July 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W84119 | On time 11:37 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h10 | 11:47 AM Wallyford station (WAF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W68357 | On time 12:15 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h11 | 12:26 PM Wallyford station (WAF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84068 | On time 12:37 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h11 | 12:48 PM Wallyford station (WAF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84078 | On time 1:36 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h10 | 1:46 PM Wallyford station (WAF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W68347 | On time 2:15 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h10 | 2:25 PM Wallyford station (WAF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84087 | On time 2:36 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h12 | 2:48 PM Wallyford station (WAF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84098 | On time 3:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h11 | 3:50 PM Wallyford station (WAF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W68354 | On time 4:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h10 | 4:44 PM Wallyford station (WAF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84111 | On time 4:40 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h10 | 4:50 PM Wallyford station (WAF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84164 | On time 5:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h10 | 5:17 PM Wallyford station (WAF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84127 | On time 5:45 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h10 | 5:55 PM Wallyford station (WAF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84069 | On time 6:15 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h11 | 6:26 PM Wallyford station (WAF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Wallyford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Wallyford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:24, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 7 miles (12 km) distance in 11m.
Distance 7 miles (12 km) |
Average train duration 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 6:24 AM |
Last train 11:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Edinburgh to Wallyford trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Wallyford from $4 (€3). 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 Wallyford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Wallyford 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 Wallyford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Wallyford
Most Edinburgh to Wallyford trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Wallyford station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Wallyford 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 Kingsknowe from Edinburgh city centre
Kingsknowe is 5 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Kingsknowe train station facilities and services
Kingsknowe has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Imperial Palace
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 Kingsknowe: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Kingsknowe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kingsknowe: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms and level crossing, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Wallyford station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Wallyford from Wallyford city centre
Wallyford train station facilities and services
Wallyford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wallyford.
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 Wallyford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Wallyford: Bike Parking.
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