Do not use left luggage as very expensive. £7.50 for 3 hours or £15 for 24 hours per bag. Bus station has lockers in three sizes - large costs £12 and we fit 4 cabin suitcases in. Bus station very clean with two members of staff on hand to help. Only downside is you need to pay with cash (coins to be precise but there is a change machine for notes).

At about 1130 on Monday morning the tannoy told us to get out of the station by the nearest exit because of an emergency situation. I complied but didn’t go far and returned to the station 10 minutes later when I saw other people entering. The situation appeared to be resolved and I made it to the 12 o’clock train with a few minutes to spare. The train left exactly on time and I wonder how many people who had left the station missed it. An announcement on the train said that the emergency had been because of a fire alarm. Was this a regular fire drill?

Visited the bar at Edinburgh Waverley station as my train was cancelled. Another train was due in 45 minutes so went to bar to have 1 drink as I waited. 1 glass of Prosecco was £10.40 absolute ridiculous pricing. Definitely won’t visit again.

Edinburgh Waverley Station, while serving as a central transport hub, does have a few areas where improvements could be made to enhance the overall experience. While it may not stand out as Scotland's capital's main station, it still offers convenience and accessibility for travelers. One notable drawback is the limited availability of waiting seating within the station. Finding a seat during peak hours can be a challenge, leaving some passengers without a comfortable place to wait. Expanding the seating options would greatly improve the overall comfort of the station. Additionally, the location of the taxi queue, not directly in front of the station, requires a short walk and can be confusing for first-time visitors. Clear signage directing passengers to the taxi queue would be beneficial, allowing for a smoother and more efficient transition from the station to their onward journey. For families with children or travelers with heavy luggage, it is important to note that walking to the city center from the station may be more challenging than anticipated. While Google Maps may suggest a short 15-minute walk, the path can be steep and hilly, requiring significant effort, especially with trolleys and large luggage. It is advisable to consider alternative transportation options, such as taxis, to avoid unnecessary strain.

Chaotic place at present, with roadworks going on. Road rage outside the place, but the man at the information desk was very helpful. Explained both tram and bus options to get me to the airport. Bustling place.

Signs were not very helpful and late announcement of departure platform for the train to Aberdeen, and another last minute change on top of that caused quite a scramble. Apparently reservations mean nothing on Scotrail!! However the biggest surprise, and an expensive one, was the fact that the left luggage (bag storage) at the station only accepted small carry-on size items and would not take our large bags. Resulted in us having to store our bags at the "Luggage Store" selling luggage in the adjacent Waverly Mall for UKP 12 /per bag/2 hours. That was one time that I did not smile at the "pun."