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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Prestwick Town (PTW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 32 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prestwick Town (PTW) 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 Town (PTW) 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 3 trains that leave Prestwick Town (PTW) for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) on Thu, Jun 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct trains cover the 102 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 56 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.
8:40 PM2h56Prestwick Town (PTW)11:36 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$381One-way0 transfers- 8:40 AM2h20Prestwick Town (PTW)11:00 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$381One-way0 transfers
- 9:40 AM2h21Prestwick Town (PTW)12:01 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$381One-way0 transfers
- 8:40 AM2h20Prestwick Town (PTW)11:00 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$381One-way0 transfers
- 9:40 AM2h21Prestwick Town (PTW)12:01 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$381One-way0 transfers
- 8:40 PM2h56Prestwick Town (PTW)11:36 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$381One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Prestwick Town (PTW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prestwick Town (PTW) 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 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $36.
Distance: 63 miles (102 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$38 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $71 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Prestwick Town (PTW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB):
A bus is $1 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prestwick Town (PTW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average $38 (€31).
Other travel options to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 37m.
Tickets start at around $38 (€31) compared to roughly $71 (€57) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $33 (€27). The journey takes 1h 54m versus 1h 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Prestwick Town (PTW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Prestwick Town (PTW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:42 AM Prestwick Town (PTW) | 2h29 | 9:11 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Prestwick Town (PTW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
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Trains from Prestwick Town (PTW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 63 miles (102 km) distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 63 miles (102 km) |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 4:41 AM |
Last train 8:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Scotrail, CrossCountry, ScotRail from Prestwick Town (PTW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsScotrail, CrossCountry, ScotRail trains will get you between Prestwick Town (PTW) 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 Town (PTW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prestwick Town (PTW) 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.
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Popular train stations from Prestwick Town (PTW) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
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Dining
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WC
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Lost and Found Office
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 17:50 Saturday 06:35 - 17:50 Sunday 09:10 - 16:50 Scottish Bookings only
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level from car park to platform 2 and steep ramp to platform 1. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the respective platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 2
- 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: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- 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: Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park
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TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost 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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