The average train between Musselburgh and Polmont takes 43 min and the fastest train takes 33 min. There is an hourly train service from Musselburgh to Polmont. 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 Musselburgh and Polmont. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Musselburgh is at 10:49 PM which arrives into Polmont at 11:30 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 43 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Musselburgh to Polmont. However, there are services departing from Musselburgh station and arriving at Polmont station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43 min.
Musselburgh to Polmont train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Musselburgh station.
Musselburgh to Polmont train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Polmont station.
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The distance between Musselburgh and Polmont is 41.3 km. The road distance is 44 km.
You can take a train from Musselburgh to Polmont via Edinburgh Waverley in around 43 min.