How to get from Greenock to Edinburgh by train?

From Greenock to Edinburgh by train

To get from Greenock to Edinburgh in Scotland, take the SCOTRAIL train from Greenock West station to Glasgow Central station. Next, take the SCOTRAIL train from Glasgow Central station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 11 min.

131min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Greenock West

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Greenock West
    490 m • 7 min
  • 2
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    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    37 min
  • 4
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    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 5
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    71 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Greenock to Edinburgh

The distance between Greenock, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland is approximately 113.65 km, which can typically be travelled in 131 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Greenock to Edinburgh by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Greenock

Greenock is located at Greenock, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Stance 4, Greenock.

Bus stations close to Greenock:

  • Stance 4, Greenock
  • Stance 6, Greenock
  • Stance 3, Greenock

Ferry stations close to Greenock:

  • Gourock Ferry Terminal, Gourock

Public transport stations close to Edinburgh, Scotland

Edinburgh is located at Edinburgh, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Leith Street, Greenside.

Train stations close to Edinburgh:

  • Edinburgh

Bus stations close to Edinburgh:

  • Leith Street, Greenside
  • Waterloo Place, Edinburgh
  • St Andrew's House, Edinburgh

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Greenock to Edinburgh?

    The fastest way takes 131 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line SCOTRAIL.

  • Is there a direct train between Greenock and Edinburgh in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 11 min.

  • Which train line goes from Greenock to Edinburgh in Scotland?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Greenock West station near Greenock to Glasgow Central station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Glasgow Central station near Edinburgh in Scotland

  • How long does it take to travel from Greenock to Edinburgh in Scotland by train?

    The total travel time between Greenock and Edinburgh in Scotland by train is about 2 hr 11 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Greenock to get to Edinburgh in Scotland?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Greenock West station near Greenock in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Greenock and Edinburgh in Scotland?

    Get off the train at the Glasgow Central station, which is closest to Edinburgh in Scotland.

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