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Ardrossan Town to Edinburgh Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Ardrossan Town to Edinburgh, starting from €29.69 and averaging €29.69. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 12m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
11:51 2h 12m, Changes required Ardrossan Town	14:03 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
11:51 2h 23m, Changes required Ardrossan Town	14:14 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
12:16 2h 21m, Changes required Ardrossan Town	14:37 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
12:16 2h 25m, Changes required Ardrossan Town	14:41 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
12:52 2h 13m, Changes required Ardrossan Town	15:05 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
12:52 2h 20m, Changes required Ardrossan Town	15:12 Paris	Find Tickets

Ardrossan Town to Edinburgh Train Route Details

First train

07:51

Last train

22:47

Departure station

Ardrossan Town

Arrival station

Edinburgh

Journey time

2h 12m

Distance

108 km

Price

€29.69*

Train operators

ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Ardrossan Town to Edinburgh

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Ardrossan Town to Edinburgh. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Ardrossan Town to Edinburgh for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more 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 Ardrossan Town 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Ardrossan Town to Edinburgh ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Ardrossan Town to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Ardrossan Town to Edinburgh train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Ardrossan Town to Edinburgh Train prices and times

Ardrossan Town to Edinburgh Train Route Details