Train from Edinburgh to Falkirk: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Edinburgh to Falkirk on 12 December
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ScotRailTrain
Waverley
Falkirk HighNo tags
ScotRailTrain
Waverley
Falkirk GrahamstonNo tags
ScotRailTrain
Waverley
Falkirk HighNo tags
ScotRailTrain
Waverley
Falkirk GrahamstonNo tags
ScotRailTrain
Waverley
Falkirk HighNo tags

Get from Edinburgh to Falkirk

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 109, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day
30mAverage duration
38 kmDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Falkirk by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Falkirk?

    The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Falkirk start from R 109. The average price for this train route is around R 237. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Falkirk?

    The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Falkirk is 30m, covering a distance of 38 km. The quickest train can get you there in 21m and is operated by ScotRail.

  3. Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Falkirk route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Falkirk?

    The earliest train from Edinburgh to Falkirk departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 23:45.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Falkirk?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Falkirk?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Edinburgh to Falkirk?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh to Falkirk?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
10/12
R 224
11/12
R 226
Today
R 221
13/12
R 223
14/12
R 223
15/12
R 223
16/12
R 223
17/12
R 223
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Falkirk was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 221

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Edinburgh to Falkirk as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 221 to R 284 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Falkirk based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 223, which is on 2025-12-13.

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