Timetable
Train route
Cheap train tickets
Edinburgh to Markinch Train Route Details
First train
05:30
Last train
23:29
Journey time
35m
Distance
28 km
Price
€16.47*
What are the next train times from Edinburgh to Markinch?
Discover all upcoming Edinburgh to Markinch services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
06:48 Edinburgh Gateway | 07:30 Markinch |  | Find Tickets |
07:05 Edinburgh Gateway | 07:45 Markinch | | Find Tickets |
07:46 Edinburgh Gateway | 08:28 Markinch | | Find Tickets |
08:09 Edinburgh Gateway | 08:44 Markinch | | Find Tickets |
08:49 Edinburgh Gateway | 09:31 Markinch | | Find Tickets |
09:12 Edinburgh Gateway | 09:48 Paris | | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Markinch
Season tickets for frequent travelers
Regular commuters traveling between Edinburgh and Markinch - whether weekly, monthly, or annually - can benefit greatly from season tickets. Season tickets allow unlimited travel between both stations within specific time periods, offering substantial savings and eliminating the need to purchase individual tickets for every trip.
Book in advance
Save up to 61% on your journey from Edinburgh to Markinch by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.
Split Tickets discount
It might seem unusual, but buying several cheaper tickets for different sections of your journey can result in substantial savings - and you won't need to move seats at all. Even better, Trip.com automatically finds and arranges these split tickets for you, so there's no complicated planning required.
Travel during Off-Peak train times
To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid traveling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travelers
Anytime tickets
With no time restrictions, Anytime tickets allow travel throughout the entire day. They're a great option if you require maximum flexibility or aren't sure exactly when you'll be traveling.
Return train tickets
Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route
First Class tickets
First Class tickets offer a more premium travel experience, typically including wider seats, extra space, quieter coaches, and complimentary refreshments on many services for added comfort
Why Book Train Tickets With Trip.com?
Best price promise
If you find trains for a cheaper price elsewhere, let us know and we'll refund the difference*
Split Tickets
Split your journey for cheaper train fares
National Rail Partners
Official train ticket sellers with 5-star customer support
No Booking Fees on the App
Only pay for your train travel – no hidden fees
Recommendations
Trains from Edinburgh
Trains to Markinch
Popular routes
Top Destinations
Popular stations
Live times
- Edinburgh to Manchester
- Edinburgh to Manchester Airport
- Edinburgh to Inverness
- Edinburgh to Falkirk
- Edinburgh to North Berwick
- Edinburgh to Aberdeen
- Edinburgh to Manchester Piccadilly
- Edinburgh to Newcastle
- Edinburgh to Leuchars
- Edinburgh to Leeds
- Edinburgh to Liverpool
- Edinburgh to Perth
- Edinburgh to London Euston
- Edinburgh to Bristol
- Edinburgh to Preston
- Edinburgh to Durham
- Edinburgh to Berwick-upon-Tweed
- Edinburgh to Birmingham
- Edinburgh to London Kings Cross
- Edinburgh to Aviemore
*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.