Trains from Edinburgh to Prestonpans from $6.51*

Trains from Edinburgh to Prestonpans from $6.51*

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Edinburgh to Prestonpans Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Edinburgh to Prestonpans? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $6.51, with average prices for this route around $6.77. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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17:13
Edinburgh (Waverley)
17:27
Prestonpans
14m, DirectScotRail
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17:47
Edinburgh (Waverley)
18:01
Prestonpans
14m, DirectScotRail
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18:13
Edinburgh (Waverley)
18:27
Prestonpans
14m, DirectScotRail
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18:39
Edinburgh (Waverley)
18:57
Prestonpans
18m, DirectScotRail
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19:40
Edinburgh (Waverley)
19:54
Prestonpans
14m, DirectScotRail
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20:39
Edinburgh (Waverley)
20:55
Paris
16m, DirectScotRail
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Edinburgh to Prestonpans Train Route Details

The Edinburgh to Prestonpans train ticket is from $6.51. The average travel time is 14m, covering a distance of approximately 9 miles. There are usually 18 daily trains provided by ScotRail. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
07:10
Last train
Last train
23:14
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
14m
Distance
Distance
9 miles
Price
Price
$6.51*
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Edinburgh to Prestonpans Train Travel Guide

Edinburgh to Prestonpans Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Prestonpans

Every day, up to 18 train depart from Edinburgh and arrive in Prestonpans, with the shortest journey taking 14m minutes.

Book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Prestonpans

It doesn’t need to be difficult to find cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Prestonpans. If you know where to look and how to take advantage of available discounts and travel options, then saving money with Trip.com becomes second nature. Here are some of our top tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each designed to cater to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, there's good news for you! You can take advantage of group travel discounts that are offered by many train companies. These discounts can save you up to 1/3 on off-peak fares, making your journey from Edinburgh to Prestonpans more affordable. Whether you're traveling with your family, friends, or colleagues, the group save options make it easier for everyone to enjoy the benefits of discounted fares while embarking on a memorable trip together.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves purchasing separate tickets for different segments of your journey instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. This method is legal and can often result in cheaper fares. For example, if you are travelling from A to B, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than purchasing a direct ticket.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.