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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Greenock West (GKW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Greenock West (GKW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Greenock West (GKW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 5 trains that leave Greenock West (GKW) for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) on Mon, Mar 23, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 2 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 3 h 27 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Greenock West (GKW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greenock West (GKW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $37.
Distance: 60 miles (98 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$38 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Greenock West (GKW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Greenock West (GKW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y38676 · W74870 | 4:56 PM Greenock West (GKW) | 2h55 | 7:51 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
Y38676+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+Y39236 | On time 4:56 PM Greenock West (GKW) | 1h51 | 6:47 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| Y38682+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+Y39255 | On time 5:56 PM Greenock West (GKW) | 1h51 | 7:47 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| Y38686 · W74953 | 6:56 PM Greenock West (GKW) | 2h55 | 9:51 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| Y38686+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+Y39286 | On time 6:56 PM Greenock West (GKW) | 1h52 | 8:48 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| Y40762 · Y39317 | On time 7:29 PM Greenock West (GKW) | 2h18 | 9:47 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, March 23 | |||||
| 5:26 AM Greenock West (GKW) | 2h26 | 7:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:22 AM Greenock West (GKW) | 3h27 | 9:49 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:24 AM Greenock West (GKW) | 2h13 | 8:37 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Greenock West (GKW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Greenock West (GKW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 10:32. The fastest train covers the 60 miles (98 km) distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 60 miles (98 km) |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 05:26 |
Last train 10:32 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Greenock West (GKW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsScotRail trains will get you between Greenock West (GKW) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from $16 (€13). 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 Greenock West (GKW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greenock West (GKW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Greenock West (GKW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 00:05 Sunday 07:55 - 00:05
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs down to below ground 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
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Nelson Street outside West College
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WCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car RentalInformation Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- 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.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
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