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East Kilbride to Edinburgh Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from East Kilbride to Edinburgh, starting from €12.74 and averaging €26.61. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 56m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Mon, Sep 8
From €12.74
Tue, Sep 9
From €25.59
Wed, Sep 10
From €25.59
Thu, Sep 11
From €25.59
Fri, Sep 12
From €25.59
Sat, Sep 13
From €25.59
Sun, Sep 14
From €17.75

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
06:20 East Kilbride	08:22 Edinburgh (Waverley)	2h 2m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:20 East Kilbride	08:49 Edinburgh (Waverley)	2h 29m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:50 East Kilbride	08:53 Edinburgh (Waverley)	2h 3m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:50 East Kilbride	08:56 Edinburgh (Waverley)	2h 6m, Changes required	Find Tickets
07:28 East Kilbride	09:24 Edinburgh (Waverley)	1h 56m, Changes required	Find Tickets
07:28 East Kilbride	09:49 Paris	2h 21m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

East Kilbride to Edinburgh Train Route Details

First train

06:20

Last train

23:57

Departure station

East Kilbride

Arrival station

Edinburgh

Journey time

1h 56m

Distance

42 miles

Price

€12.74*

Train operators

CrossCountry, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from East Kilbride to Edinburgh

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from East Kilbride to Edinburgh can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from East Kilbride to Edinburgh, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from East Kilbride to Edinburgh ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

East Kilbride to Edinburgh train ticket types

Save money on your trip from East Kilbride to Edinburgh with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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