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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Port Glasgow to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Port Glasgow to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Port Glasgow to Edinburgh will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 1 trains that leave Port Glasgow for Edinburgh on Sat, Dec 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 27 the direct trains cover the 93 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .
On Sat, Dec 27 the slowest trains will take 2 h 16 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 bus and train for Port Glasgow to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Port Glasgow to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €29.
Distance: 57 miles (93 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€29 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest |
2h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Port Glasgow to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Port Glasgow to Edinburgh trains for today, Friday, December 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:36 AM Port Glasgow | 2h16 | 6:52 AM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 7:41 AM Port Glasgow | 1h58 | 9:39 AM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Port Glasgow to Edinburgh trains with Omio?
ScotRail as well as CrossCountry offer trains services from Port Glasgow to Edinburgh. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Port Glasgow to Edinburgh.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for ScotRail, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from Port Glasgow to Edinburgh.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While ScotRail tickets can be bought on ScotRail's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of CrossCountry to help you choose the right option for your journey from Port Glasgow to Edinburgh.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Port Glasgow to Edinburgh.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Port Glasgow to Edinburgh
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Trains from Port Glasgow to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€29) but you can travel from only $12 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 57 miles (93 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 57 miles (93 km) |
Average train duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€29) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 05:18 |
Last train 22:15 |
Train companies: ScotRail, CrossCountry from Port Glasgow to Edinburgh trainsScotRail, CrossCountry trains will get you between Port Glasgow and Edinburgh from $12 (€9). 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 Port Glasgow to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Port Glasgow to Edinburgh 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Port Glasgow to Edinburgh
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:15 - 00:00 Sunday 07:45 - 00:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramp to platform 1, path to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. A key is available from the Ticket Office upon request. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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 outside the station on Princes Street
ParkingLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
- Car Park: 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 bus stop on Greenock Road
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ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost 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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