| Duration | 26 min |
| Distance | 29.6 miles |
| Average price | £8 |
| Frequency | 19/day |
Trip overview
The average train between Dunbar and Edinburgh takes 26 min and the fastest train takes 22 min. There is a train service every few hours from Dunbar to Edinburgh. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Dunbar to Edinburgh train times
Trains run hourly between Dunbar and Edinburgh.
The earliest departure is at 16:52 in the afternoon, and the last departure from Dunbar is at 22:13 which arrives into Edinburgh at 22:36.
All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 26 min.
The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Departing Saturday, December 13, 2025
Departing Sunday, December 14, 2025
Frequently asked questions
Want to know about travelling from Dunbar to Edinburgh? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport?, What is the quickest option?, How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
Is there a direct train between Dunbar and Edinburgh?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dunbar and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.
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How far is it from Dunbar to Edinburgh?
The distance between Dunbar and Edinburgh is 29 miles. The road distance is 29.6 miles.
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Where do I catch the Dunbar to Edinburgh train from?
Dunbar to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Dunbar station.
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Where does the Dunbar to Edinburgh train arrive?
Dunbar to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
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How do I get a train ticket from Dunbar to Edinburgh?
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More detailsWhat companies run services between Dunbar and Edinburgh?
Cross Country operates a train from Dunbar to Edinburgh Waverley 4 times a day. Tickets cost £6 - £9 and the journey takes 24 min. Three other operators also service this route.
Train operators
Cross Country
Ave. Duration
24 min
Frequency
4 times a day
Estimated price
£6 - £9
- Phone
- 0344 736 9123
- customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
- Website
- crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Train from Dunbar to Edinburgh Waverley
- Ave. Duration
- 24 min
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- £6 - £9
- Website
- https://www.crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
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London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Ave. Duration
22 min
Frequency
4 times a day
Estimated price
£5 - £7
- Phone
- +44 345 722 5333
- customers@lner.co.uk
- Website
- lner.co.uk
Train from Dunbar to Edinburgh Waverley
- Ave. Duration
- 22 min
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- £5 - £7
- Website
- https://www.lner.co.uk/
TransPennine Express
Ave. Duration
27 min
Frequency
Every 4 hours
Estimated price
£5 - £8
- Phone
- +44 345 600 1671
- tpecustomer.relations@tpexpress.co.uk
- Website
- tpexpress.co.uk
Train from Dunbar to Edinburgh Waverley
- Ave. Duration
- 27 min
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- £5 - £8
- Website
- https://www.tpexpress.co.uk/
ScotRail
Ave. Duration
30 min
Frequency
4 times a day
Estimated price
£8 - £11
- Phone
- +44 344 811 0141
- Website
- scotrail.co.uk
Train from Dunbar to Edinburgh Waverley
- Ave. Duration
- 30 min
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- £8 - £11
- Website
- https://www.scotrail.co.uk/
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