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Paisley St James to Edinburgh (Waverley) Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Paisley St James to Edinburgh (Waverley)? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €26.64, with average prices for this route around €26.64.

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

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22:28
Paisley St James
00:33+1
Edinburgh (Waverley)
2h 5m, Changes requiredScotRail
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22:28
Paisley St James
00:36+1
Edinburgh (Waverley)
2h 8m, Changes requiredScotRail
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23:58
Paisley St James
06:47+1
Edinburgh (Waverley)
6h 49m, Changes requiredScotRail
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23:58
Paisley St James
07:44+1
Paris
7h 46m, Changes requiredScotRail
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Paisley St James to Edinburgh (Waverley) Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:53
Last train
Last train
23:58
Departure station
Departure station
Paisley St James
Arrival station
Arrival station
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Journey time
Journey time
1h 41m
Distance
Distance
79 km
Price
Price
€26.64*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Paisley St James to Edinburgh (Waverley)

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Paisley St James to Edinburgh (Waverley). These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Paisley St James to Edinburgh (Waverley) 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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Paisley St James to Edinburgh (Waverley), you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
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 Paisley St James to Edinburgh (Waverley) 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

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.

Paisley St James to Edinburgh (Waverley) train ticket types

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