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Musselburgh to Rutherglen by train

First train

06:36

Last train

20:43

Departure station

Musselburgh

Arrival station

Rutherglen

Journey time

From 1h 31m

Distance

45 miles (72 km)

Frequency

4 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway

How to travel from Musselburgh to Rutherglen by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Musselburgh to Rutherglen? Look no further.

You'll usually find 4 trains per day running between Musselburgh and Rutherglen, which usually take 1 hour 57 minutes to complete the 45 miles (72 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 31 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Rutherglen by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail or CrossCountry are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Musselburgh to Rutherglen if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Rutherglen? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

FAQs about the train journey from Musselburgh to Rutherglen

Want to know more about your journey from Musselburgh to Rutherglen? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Rutherglen from Musselburgh?

To travel to Rutherglen from Musselburgh, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 1 hour and 57 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 1 hour and 31 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Musselburgh to Rutherglen?

Trains from Musselburgh to Rutherglen take an average of 1 hour and 57 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour and 31 minutes. You'll usually find 4 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Musselburgh and Rutherglen by train?

The quickest journey time between Musselburgh and Rutherglen by train is 1 hour and 31 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Musselburgh to Rutherglen?

No, there are no direct trains running from Musselburgh to Rutherglen, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Musselburgh to Rutherglen

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Musselburgh to Rutherglen is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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