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Edinburgh to Markinch Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Edinburgh to Markinch? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as QAR 65.44, with average prices for this route around QAR 70.62.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
05:30 Edinburgh (Waverley)	06:12 Markinch	42m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:10 Edinburgh Gateway	06:50 Markinch	40m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:48 Edinburgh Gateway	07:30 Markinch	42m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:05 Edinburgh Gateway	07:45 Markinch	40m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:46 Edinburgh Gateway	08:28 Markinch	42m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:09 Edinburgh Gateway	08:44 Paris	35m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Edinburgh to Markinch Train Route Details

First train

05:30

Last train

23:42

Departure station

Edinburgh

Arrival station

Markinch

Journey time

35m

Distance

18 miles

Price

QAR 65.44*

Train operators

CrossCountry, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Markinch

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 Edinburgh to Markinch can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Edinburgh to Markinch 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 is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Edinburgh to Markinch, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 Edinburgh to Markinch 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.

Edinburgh to Markinch Train Ticket Types

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

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

Trains from Edinburgh to Markinch from QAR 65.44

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Edinburgh to Markinch Train prices and times

Edinburgh to Markinch Train Route Details