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East Lothian is a jewel in Scotland’s crown, with stunning coastlines, lush landscapes and activities a plenty. Boasting numerous five-star businesses, this little slice of Scotland really packs a punch when it comes to a quality experience.
Whether you are looking for a quiet break away, a fun-filled trip with the family or fancy taking on some outdoor pursuits, you are sure to find everything you need in East Lothian to make your visit truly memorable.
With its outdoor pursuits, great scenery and family parks and attractions, there are plenty of great reasons to visit Dunbar. You can browse and secure cheap train tickets to Dunbar with TransPennine Express online or via our TPExpress app to save time and money at the station.
TransPennine Express trains stop at Dunbar train station, with direct services from Edinburgh and Newcastle. You can also get the train to Dunbar from Dundee, Glasgow and Aberdeen. Once you arrive, you can hop in a taxi from the taxi rank on Station Road directly outside or jump on a bus from the station. Dunbar high street is just a short walk away.
The first train leaves Dunbar station at around 05.50, with the last train leaving the station at around 23.05.
The Edinburgh to Dunbar train has a journey time of just 25 minutes, whilst the journey from Glasgow will take around 1 hour 45 minutes with a quick change at Edinburgh. If you’re travelling on the Newcastle to Dunbar train, you’ll be in Scotland in 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you’re looking for cheapest train tickets to Dunbar, you can reduce costs by travelling off-peak and being flexible with your travel times. For regular journeys to and from Dunbar, a season ticket will help save costs on your travel. For one-off journeys to Dunbar, you can save 1/3 on the price of a ticket with a Railcard, whilst booking in advance can cut the cost of your ticket by over 50%.
You’ll find both waiting rooms and seating areas at Dunbar station to relax in before your next train. There are toilets and baby changing facilities, as well as a ticket office and accessible ticket machines. There is also a station car park with 76 spaces and 6 accessible spaces, plus 48 spaces for bikes.
For more ideas of what to do in Dunbar and East Lothian, check out Visit Scotland.
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A season ticket is one of the best ways to secure over a third off train tickets if you regularly travel along the same route. Not only will you get the cheapest fares, but you’ll also save time by skipping the ticket queue. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket is right for you.
If a guaranteed third off train tickets sounds like music to your ears, a Railcard could be the perfect option. Whether you’re a student, senior, jobseeker, or just love to travel, there’s a Railcard for you. Available for one or three years, these cards help you explore the North and Scotland for less. Check out the different TransPennine Express Railcards.
Train ticket prices vary depending on the time of day. If you’re flexible with your travel times, you can bag the cheapest fares by choosing Off-Peak tickets. Check trains an hour or two before or after your ideal time to see if you can sneak some savings. Read about the different types of train tickets in our guide.
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