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Montrose to Edinburgh train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Montrose to Edinburgh, starting from £5.75 and averaging £10.20. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 42m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
06:35 Montrose	08:35 Edinburgh (Waverley)	2h 0m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:47 Montrose	09:38 Edinburgh (Waverley)	1h 51m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:07 Montrose	10:59 Edinburgh Gateway	2h 52m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:33 Montrose	10:20 Edinburgh Gateway	1h 47m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:33 Montrose	10:25 Edinburgh (Waverley)	1h 52m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:58 Montrose	10:52 Paris	1h 54m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Montrose to Edinburgh train route details

First train

06:35

Last train

23:07

Departure station

Montrose

Arrival station

Edinburgh

Journey time

1h 42m

Distance

60 miles

Price

£5.75*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Montrose to Edinburgh

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Montrose to Edinburgh during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

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 Montrose to Edinburgh, 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels 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.

Montrose to Edinburgh 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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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
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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Montrose to Edinburgh train prices and times

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