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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Prestwick to Edinburgh, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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AU$51.40
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Prestwick to Edinburgh train prices and times

Planning a journey from Prestwick to Edinburgh? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$40.18, with average prices for this route around AU$53.45. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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10:42
2h 19m, No direct
Prestwick Intl Airport
13:01
Edinburgh (Waverley)
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11:12
2h 24m, No direct
Prestwick Intl Airport
13:36
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11:12
2h 32m, No direct
Prestwick Intl Airport
13:44
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11:42
2h 21m, No direct
Prestwick Intl Airport
14:03
Edinburgh (Waverley)
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11:42
2h 32m, No direct
Prestwick Intl Airport
14:14
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12:12
2h 25m, No direct
Prestwick Intl Airport
14:37
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Prestwick to Edinburgh train route details

First train
First train
05:22
Last train
Last train
23:12
Departure station
Departure station
Prestwick
Arrival station
Arrival station
Edinburgh
Journey time
Journey time
2h 1m
Distance
Distance
103 km
Price
Price
AU$40.18*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Prestwick to Edinburgh

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Prestwick to Edinburgh during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Prestwick 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%

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 Prestwick to Edinburgh, 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%

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 Prestwick to Edinburgh ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels 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.

Prestwick to Edinburgh train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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