How to get from Edinburgh to Paisley

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What is the best way to travel from Edinburgh to Paisley?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Paisley from Edinburgh. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
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£24
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What is the cheapest way to reach Paisley from Edinburgh?

You can reach Paisley with just £24 by taking a Train from ScotRail, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Monday
Tuesday
from £24
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
from £24

    Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • ScotRail
    1h 53m
    0
    06:00
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    07:53
    Paisley
    Hawkhead Train Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £24
  • ScotRail
    1h 55m
    0
    06:28
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    08:23
    Paisley
    Hawkhead Train Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £24
  • ScotRail
    1h 38m
    0
    06:45
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    08:23
    Paisley
    Hawkhead Train Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £24
  • CrossCountry
    1h 30m
    0
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    07:55
    Paisley
    Gilmour Street Train Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £24

    Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • ScotRail
    1h 39m
    0
    08:00
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    09:39
    Paisley
    Gilmour Street Train Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £24
  • ScotRail
    1h 39m
    0
    08:30
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    10:09
    Paisley
    Gilmour Street Train Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £24
  • ScotRail
    1h 39m
    0
    09:00
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    10:39
    Paisley
    Gilmour Street Train Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £24
  • ScotRail
    1h 39m
    0
    09:30
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    11:09
    Paisley
    Gilmour Street Train Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £24
  • ScotRail
    1h 39m
    0
    10:00
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    11:39
    Paisley
    Gilmour Street Train Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £24

What are the fastest trips from Edinburgh to Paisley?

You can get to Paisley from Edinburgh in just 1h 30m with a Train from CrossCountry. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Monday
Tuesday
from 1h 30m
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
from 1h 39m

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • CrossCountry
    1h 30m
    0
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    07:55
    Paisley
    Gilmour Street Train Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £24
  • ScotRail
    1h 38m
    0
    06:45
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    08:23
    Paisley
    Hawkhead Train Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £24
  • ScotRail
    1h 53m
    0
    06:00
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    07:53
    Paisley
    Hawkhead Train Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £24
  • ScotRail
    1h 55m
    0
    06:28
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    08:23
    Paisley
    Hawkhead Train Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £24

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • ScotRail
    1h 39m
    0
    08:00
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    09:39
    Paisley
    Gilmour Street Train Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £24
  • ScotRail
    1h 39m
    0
    08:30
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    10:09
    Paisley
    Gilmour Street Train Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £24
  • ScotRail
    1h 39m
    0
    09:00
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    10:39
    Paisley
    Gilmour Street Train Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £24
  • ScotRail
    1h 39m
    0
    09:30
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    11:09
    Paisley
    Gilmour Street Train Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £24
  • ScotRail
    1h 39m
    0
    10:00
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    11:39
    Paisley
    Gilmour Street Train Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £24
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Edinburgh to Paisley

What are the most popular stations in Edinburgh and Paisley?

In Edinburgh, you will usually depart from St Andrew's House Station, Waverley Station or Park Central, while in Paisley you will be arriving at Gilmour Street Train Station, Bus Stop or St James Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Paisley from Edinburgh? With 4 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Edinburgh and Paisley, you can pay as low as £24 with a Train from ScotRail.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from CrossCountry: you will get to Paisley in just 1h 30m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Edinburgh and Paisley are ScotRail and CrossCountry, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Edinburgh and Paisley is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Broomhouse or to Glasgow Airport, and look at flights from Edinburgh Airport, and landing at Glasgow Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Edinburgh to Paisley?

The most popular companies between Edinburgh and Paisley, are ScotRail and CrossCountry. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: ScotRail and CrossCountry

All you need to know when you travel from Edinburgh to Paisley

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Edinburgh to Paisley. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Edinburgh to Paisley

How can I reach Paisley from Edinburgh?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Paisley from Edinburgh.

How far is Paisley from Edinburgh?

The distance between Edinburgh and Paisley is 78.9 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Edinburgh and Paisley?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 3 kgs, a car 13 kgs, and a flight 19 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Edinburgh to Paisley?

You can get to Paisley with just £24 by taking a Train from ScotRail.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Paisley?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Paisley in just 1h 30m with a Train from CrossCountry.

More routes to Edinburgh and to Paisley

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Edinburgh and to Paisley. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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