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Paisley St James to Edinburgh (Waverley) Train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Paisley St James to Edinburgh (Waverley), starting from $30.44 and averaging $30.44. The entire journey takes no more than 1 hour 41 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
19:50 Paisley St James | 21:34 Edinburgh (Waverley) |  | Find Tickets |
20:29 Paisley St James | 22:34 Edinburgh (Waverley) | | Find Tickets |
20:29 Paisley St James | 22:48 Edinburgh (Waverley) | | Find Tickets |
20:59 Paisley St James | 23:04 Edinburgh (Waverley) | | Find Tickets |
21:30 Paisley St James | 23:31 Edinburgh (Waverley) | | Find Tickets |
21:59 Paisley St James | 00:07 +1Paris | | Find Tickets |
Paisley St James to Edinburgh (Waverley) Train Route Details
First train
05:53
Last train
23:58
Journey time
1 hour 41 minutes
Distance
79 km
Price
$30.44*
How to book cheap train tickets from Paisley St James to Edinburgh (Waverley)
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
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%
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%
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!
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are traveling 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 traveling from Paisley St James to Edinburgh (Waverley) more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Paisley St James to Edinburgh (Waverley) 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
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.