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Compare train and bus for Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $13, while a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 12 miles (20 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $13 (€11) compared to roughly $8 (€6) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.78 (€-4.82). The journey takes 44m versus 38m 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.
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How to get from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- W6870210:58 AM0h40Cowdenbeath station (COW)11:38 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$141One-way0 transfers
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- W6870210:58 AM0h40Cowdenbeath station (COW)11:38 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$141One-way0 transfers
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- W6870210:58 AM0h40Cowdenbeath station (COW)11:38 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$141One-way0 transfers
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- W686939:04 AM0h42Cowdenbeath station (COW)9:46 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$141One-way0 transfers
- W686979:56 AM0h43Cowdenbeath station (COW)10:39 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$141One-way0 transfers
- W686398:15 AM0h44Cowdenbeath station (COW)8:59 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$141One-way0 transfers
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- Around 6 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cowdenbeath and Edinburgh as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Cowdenbeath station (COW) and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
- Travel with Scotrail to go to Edinburgh by train.
- 6 direct trains per day with Scotrail.
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