The average train between Edinburgh and Markinch takes 50 min and the fastest train takes 42 min. There is an hourly train service from Edinburgh to Markinch. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Edinburgh and Markinch. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 11:18 PM which arrives into Markinch at 12:23 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 50 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh station and arriving at Markinch station. Services depart hourly, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 50 min.
Edinburgh to Markinch train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.
Edinburgh to Markinch train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Markinch station.
Book your Edinburgh to Markinch train tickets online with ScotRail and Cross Country.
The distance between Edinburgh and Markinch is 28.2 km. The road distance is 52 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Markinch hourly. Tickets cost £14–26 and the journey takes 53 min. Cross Country also services this route once daily.