The average train between South Queensferry and Tranent takes 47 min and the fastest train takes 35 min. There is a train service every few hours from South Queensferry to Tranent. 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 South Queensferry and Tranent. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from South Queensferry is at 10:43 PM which arrives into Tranent at 11:27 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 47 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from South Queensferry to Tranent. However, there are services departing from South Queensferry station and arriving at Tranent station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47 min.
South Queensferry to Tranent train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dalmeny station.
South Queensferry to Tranent train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Prestonpans station.
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The distance between South Queensferry and Tranent is 28 km. The road distance is 30 km.
You can take a train from Dalmeny to Prestonpans via Edinburgh Waverley in around 1h 9m.