The cheapest and fastest trains from Livingston South (LVG) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
17 m
Average duration
19 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Livingston South (LVG) 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 Livingston South (LVG) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 5 trains that leave Livingston South (LVG) for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) on Fri, Nov 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 21 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 Livingston South (LVG) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Livingston South (LVG) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 13 miles (21 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€8 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Livingston South (LVG) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Livingston South (LVG) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:06 AM Livingston South (LVG) | 0h30 | 12:36 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:36 AM Livingston South (LVG) | 0h30 | 7:06 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:13 AM Livingston South (LVG) | 0h31 | 7:44 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:51 AM Livingston South (LVG) | 0h22 | 8:13 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:17 AM Livingston South (LVG) | 0h32 | 8:49 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Livingston South (LVG) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Livingston South (LVG) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Distance 13 miles (21 km) |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 07:50 |
Last train 17:43 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Livingston South (LVG) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) start from as low as $7 (€5) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $10 (€8) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: ScotRail from Livingston South (LVG) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsScotRail trains will get you between Livingston South (LVG) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from $7 (€5). 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 Livingston South (LVG) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Livingston South (LVG) 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 Livingston South (LVG) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. Ramps to both platforms, narrow platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the respective platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 5
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park
- 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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