The cheapest and fastest trains from Prestwick International Airport (PRA) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
2 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prestwick International Airport (PRA) 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 Prestwick International Airport (PRA) 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 2 trains that leave Prestwick International Airport (PRA) for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) on Thu, Mar 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Mar 05 the direct trains cover the 102 km distance in an average of 2 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 14 m .
On Thu, Mar 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 37 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 Prestwick International Airport (PRA) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prestwick International Airport (PRA) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $38.
Distance: 63 miles (102 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$38 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Prestwick International Airport (PRA) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Prestwick International Airport (PRA) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for tomorrow, Thursday, March 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:42 AM Prestwick International Airport (PRA) | 2h14 | 8:56 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:12 AM Prestwick International Airport (PRA) | 2h37 | 9:49 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Prestwick International Airport (PRA) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs ScotRail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for ScotRail, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Prestwick International Airport (PRA) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare ScotRail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Prestwick International Airport (PRA) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Prestwick International Airport (PRA) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Prestwick International Airport (PRA) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Prestwick International Airport (PRA) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Trains from Prestwick International Airport (PRA) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€30) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 10:21. The fastest train covers the 63 miles (102 km) distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 63 miles (102 km) |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€30) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 05:22 |
Last train 10:21 |
Train companies: ScotRail, CrossCountry from Prestwick International Airport (PRA) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsScotRail, CrossCountry trains will get you between Prestwick International Airport (PRA) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from $32 (€26). 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 Prestwick International Airport (PRA) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prestwick International Airport (PRA) 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 Prestwick International Airport (PRA) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
- 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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