The average train between Midlothian and Lanark takes 2h 50m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Midlothian to Lanark. 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 every 4 hours between Midlothian and Lanark. The earliest departure is at 6:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Midlothian is at 10:49 PM which arrives into Lanark at 10:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 2h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 54m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Midlothian to Lanark? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Midlothian to Lanark. However, there are services departing from Midlothian station and arriving at Lanark station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.
Midlothian to Lanark train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Gorebridge station.
Midlothian to Lanark train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carluke station.
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The distance between Midlothian and Lanark is 47 km. The road distance is 90 km.
You can take a train from Gorebridge to Lanark via Edinburgh Waverley and Carluke in around 2h 36m.