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Trip Overview

The average train between Montrose and Edinburgh takes 1h 51m and the fastest train takes 1h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Montrose 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.

1h 51m
Duration
88 mi
Distance
£40
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Montrose to Edinburgh train times

Trains run hourly between Montrose and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 6:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Montrose is at 10:28 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 12:39 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    train train 1h 53m • Direct
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    train train 1h 48m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 1h 55m • Direct
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    train train 1h 52m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    train train 1h 51m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 1h 51m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 1h 51m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 1h 51m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Montrose 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.

Map of how to get from Montrose to Edinburgh.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 88.1 mi
  • Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Montrose, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Montrose to Edinburgh Waverley every 3 hours. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Three other operators also service this route.

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