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Edinburgh (Waverley) to Glenrothes With Thornton train prices and times

Looking to travel from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Glenrothes With Thornton? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as HK$124.04, with average prices for this route around HK$129.00.

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

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:30 Edinburgh (Waverley)	06:39 Glenrothes With Thornton	1h 9m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:18 Edinburgh (Waverley)	07:18 Glenrothes With Thornton	1h 0m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:48 Edinburgh (Waverley)	07:48 Glenrothes With Thornton	1h 0m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:18 Edinburgh (Waverley)	08:17 Glenrothes With Thornton	59m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:11 Edinburgh (Waverley)	09:12 Glenrothes With Thornton	1h 1m, Direct	Find Tickets
09:16 Edinburgh (Waverley)	10:19 Paris	1h 3m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Edinburgh (Waverley) to Glenrothes With Thornton train route details

First train

05:30

Last train

23:14

Departure station

Edinburgh (Waverley)

Arrival station

Glenrothes With Thornton

Journey time

56m

Distance

15 miles

Price

HK$124.04*

Train Operators

ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Glenrothes With Thornton

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Glenrothes With Thornton can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

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 Edinburgh (Waverley) to Glenrothes With Thornton, 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%

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 Edinburgh (Waverley) to Glenrothes With Thornton 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

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Glenrothes With Thornton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Edinburgh (Waverley) to Glenrothes With Thornton train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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Edinburgh (Waverley) to Glenrothes With Thornton train prices and times

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