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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Carstairs

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11

train journeys
per day

25

miles (41 kms)

27 mins

fastest journey

06:25 / 00:05

first / last train

8

direct trains

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Carstairs

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On a typical weekday there are 11 scheduled rail journeys between Edinburgh Waverley and Carstairs , with 8 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 3 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Edinburgh Waverley to Carstairs is approximately 25 miles (41 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 26 mins.

ScotRail, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Carstairs.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Edinburgh Waverley to Carstairs. The fastest journey time on this route takes 27 mins.

Journeys from Edinburgh Waverley to Carstairs Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:25
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    07:47
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carstairs
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carstairs
  • Mon 6th May
    07:39
    27 mins Direct
    08:06
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carstairs
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carstairs
  • Mon 6th May
    08:26
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    10:27
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carstairs
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carstairs
  • Mon 6th May
    10:20
    27 mins Direct
    10:47
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carstairs
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carstairs
  • Mon 6th May
    12:01
    31 mins Direct
    12:32
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carstairs
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carstairs
  • Mon 6th May
    13:51
    27 mins Direct
    14:18
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carstairs
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carstairs
  • Mon 6th May
    15:50
    27 mins Direct
    16:17
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carstairs
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carstairs
  • Mon 6th May
    17:50
    39 mins Direct
    18:29
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carstairs
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carstairs
  • Mon 6th May
    18:29
    40 mins Direct
    19:09
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carstairs
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carstairs
  • Mon 6th May
    23:13
    43 mins Direct
    23:56
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carstairs
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carstairs
  • Mon 6th May
    23:56
    8 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    08:06
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carstairs
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carstairs

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Carstairs Station

Station name Carstairs (CRS)
Address Carstairs station, Strawfrank Road, Carstairs, South Lanarkshire, ML11 8PR
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:20 - 14:24
Saturday 07:20 - 14:24
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Carstairs

The travel time between Edinburgh Waverley and Carstairs by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Carstairs vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 11 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:25, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

First class tickets on trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Carstairs typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Carstairs can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 8 direct services per day from Edinburgh Waverley to Carstairs

ScotRail, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Carstairs.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Carstairs, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.