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Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Falkirk
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Falkirk among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, while a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 22 miles (37 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$14 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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The journey is about 22m faster (31m by train vs 53m by car) and roughly $38 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($14 vs $52). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Travel optionsfrom Edinburgh to Falkirk
How to get from Edinburgh to Falkirk by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Edinburgh to Falkirk is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

10:15 AM 0h28 Edinburgh 10:43 AM Falkirk $13 1 One-way 0 transfers
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10:15 AM 0h28 Edinburgh 10:43 AM Falkirk $13 1 One-way 0 transfers
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7:30 AM 0h23 Edinburgh 7:53 AM Falkirk $14 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options

2:45 PM 0h29 Edinburgh 3:14 PM Falkirk $14 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:30 AM 0h23 Edinburgh 8:53 AM Falkirk $14 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 9 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Edinburgh and Falkirk as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and arrive in Falkirk Grahamston (FKG).
- Travel with Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo to go to Falkirk by train.
- 9 direct trains per day with Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo.
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