4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Wishaw
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 28 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Wishaw is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Wishaw will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 1 trains that leave Edinburgh for Wishaw on Fri, Aug 14, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 14 the direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
On Fri, Aug 14 the slowest trains will take 1 h 28 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.
8:57 AM1h28Edinburgh10:25 AMWishaw€161One-way0 transfers
- 8:57 AM1h28Edinburgh10:25 AMWishaw€161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Wishaw
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Wishaw 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 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 30 miles (49 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€16 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest | €10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Wishaw:
A bus is €11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Wishaw costing on average €16.
Other travel options to Wishaw take longer:
Bus takes on average 59m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (57m by train vs 1h 2m by car). Tickets start at around €16 compared to roughly €10 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 Wishaw train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Wishaw trains for today, Thursday, August 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G00694+L88529 | On time 6:25 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h57 | 7:22 AM Wishaw station (WSH) | 1 transfer | |
| L88231 · L88545 | On time 6:28 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h26 | 7:54 AM Wishaw station (WSH) | 1 transfer | |
| W68264 | On time 7:41 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h46 | 8:27 AM Wishaw station (WSH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L88233 · L88599 | On time 7:58 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h28 | 9:26 AM Wishaw station (WSH) | 1 transfer | |
| W84197 · L88619 | On time 8:28 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h29 | 9:57 AM Wishaw station (WSH) | 1 transfer | |
| L88236 · L88642 | On time 8:57 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h28 | 10:25 AM Wishaw station (WSH) | 1 transfer | |
| W83163 · W69504 · W68505 · L88662 | On time 9:07 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h46 | 10:53 AM Wishaw station (WSH) | 3 transfers | |
| L88241 · L88459 | On time 9:59 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h29 | 11:28 AM Wishaw station (WSH) | 1 transfer | |
| C14671 | On time 6:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h57 | 7:27 PM Wishaw station (WSH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L88274 · L87092 | On time 7:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h16 | 8:16 PM Wishaw station (WSH) | 1 transfer | |
| W83105 · W69470 · W68507 · L88588 | On time 7:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h52 | 8:56 PM Wishaw station (WSH) | 3 transfers | |
| W84268 · L88604 | On time 7:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h55 | 9:25 PM Wishaw station (WSH) | 1 transfer | |
| L87796 · L88627 | On time 7:45 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h07 | 9:52 PM Wishaw station (WSH) | 1 transfer | |
| W83243 · W69484 · W68513 · L88627 | On time 8:03 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h49 | 9:52 PM Wishaw station (WSH) | 3 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Wishaw
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Trains from Edinburgh to Wishaw run on average 6 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 30 miles (49 km) |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 5:52 AM |
Last train 11:21 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country, ScotRail from Edinburgh to Wishaw trainsScotrail, Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Wishaw from €4. 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 Wishaw
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Wishaw 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 Wishaw, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Wishaw
Most Edinburgh to Wishaw trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Wishaw station pair, with some services arriving at Shieldmuir. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Wishaw 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 Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
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 Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Which Wishaw station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Wishaw from Wishaw city centre
Wishaw train station facilities and services
Wishaw has practical services for this route, including 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 Wishaw.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wishaw. 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 Wishaw: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wishaw: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wishaw: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level platform 1, ramp to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms, 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: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Shieldmuir from Wishaw city centre
Shieldmuir is 2 km from Wishaw city centre. Public transport options include:
Shieldmuir train station facilities and services
Shieldmuir has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
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 Shieldmuir: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Shieldmuir: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shieldmuir: 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, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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