The average train between Portobello and South Queensferry takes 56 min and the fastest train takes 27 min. There is an hourly train service from Portobello to South Queensferry. 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 Portobello and South Queensferry. The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Portobello is at 11:37 PM which arrives into South Queensferry at 6:19 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 56 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Portobello to South Queensferry. However, there are services departing from Portobello station and arriving at South Queensferry station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.
Portobello to South Queensferry train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Brunstane station.
Portobello to South Queensferry train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dalmeny station.
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The distance between Portobello and South Queensferry is 18 km. The road distance is 21 km.
You can take a train from Brunstane to Dalmeny via Edinburgh Waverley in around 43 min.