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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Leuchars station (LEU)
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$13
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$22
Fastest journey on Sep 20
58 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
59 m
Trains on Sep 20
17
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Leuchars station (LEU) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Leuchars station (LEU) will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 17 trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Leuchars station (LEU), including 17 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
G802082:34 PM1h02Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:36 PMLeuchars station (LEU)$131One-way0 transfers- G802316:36 PM1h00Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:36 PMLeuchars station (LEU)$131One-way0 transfers
- G080379:10 AM1h04Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:14 AMLeuchars station (LEU)$131One-way0 transfers
W6989411:32 AM1h06Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:38 PMLeuchars station (LEU)$161One-way0 transfers- C146375:00 PM0h59Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:59 PMLeuchars station (LEU)$161One-way0 transfers
- C1463310:50 AM0h58Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:48 AMLeuchars station (LEU)$291One-way0 transfers
- C1461612:38 PM0h59Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:37 PMLeuchars station (LEU)$291One-way0 transfers
- C146375:00 PM0h59Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:59 PMLeuchars station (LEU)$161One-way0 transfers
- G802316:36 PM1h00Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:36 PMLeuchars station (LEU)$131One-way0 transfers
- C146244:00 PM1h01Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:01 PMLeuchars station (LEU)$291One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Leuchars station (LEU)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Leuchars station (LEU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, while a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 31 miles (51 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$20 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Leuchars station (LEU):
A bus is $7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Leuchars station (LEU) costing on average $20.
Other travel options to Leuchars station (LEU) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 7m.
The journey is about 20m faster (1h 4m by train vs 1h 24m by car) and roughly $41 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($20 vs $61). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Scotrail.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Leuchars station (LEU) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Leuchars station (LEU) trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C14619 | On time 5:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h04 | 6:34 AM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87521 | On time 5:59 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h12 | 7:11 AM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C14575 | On time 6:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h56 | 7:26 AM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87529 | On time 6:55 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h10 | 8:05 AM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C14623 | On time 7:31 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h55 | 8:26 AM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87538 | On time 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h09 | 9:09 AM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87543 | On time 9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h08 | 10:08 AM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C14629 | 9:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h54 | 10:24 AM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87551 | 9:59 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h08 | 11:07 AM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| N60748 | 10:31 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h59 | 11:30 AM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87560 | 11:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h06 | 12:06 PM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C14631 | 11:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h53 | 12:23 PM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87571 | 11:59 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h08 | 1:07 PM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87581 | 12:57 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h12 | 2:09 PM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87019 | 1:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h57 | 2:27 PM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87591 | 2:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h06 | 3:06 PM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G80207 | On time 2:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h59 | 3:31 PM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87594 | 3:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h08 | 4:08 PM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C14638 | 3:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h58 | 4:28 PM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87523 | 3:59 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h06 | 5:05 PM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C14642 | 4:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h54 | 5:24 PM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87531 | 4:57 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h09 | 6:06 PM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C14645 | 5:33 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h59 | 6:32 PM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87539 | 5:48 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h13 | 7:01 PM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 K66812 | 6:13 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h04 | 7:17 PM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G80233 | On time 6:33 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h00 | 7:33 PM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87546 | 7:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h10 | 8:10 PM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C14646 | 7:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h54 | 8:24 PM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87554 | 8:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h05 | 9:05 PM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87562 | 9:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h05 | 10:05 PM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C14648 | 9:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h59 | 10:29 PM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87572 | 10:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h15 | 11:15 PM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87584 | 11:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h08 | 12:08 AM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Leuchars station (LEU)
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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Leuchars station (LEU) run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 but you can travel from only $6 by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (51 km) distance in 53m.
Distance 31 miles (51 km) |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 5:55 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Leuchars station (LEU) trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Leuchars station (LEU) from $6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Leuchars station (LEU)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Leuchars station (LEU) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leuchars station (LEU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Leuchars station (LEU)
Most Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Leuchars station (LEU) trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Leuchars station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Leuchars station (LEU) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Leuchars from Leuchars city centre
Leuchars train station facilities and services
Leuchars has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leuchars.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leuchars.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leuchars. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leuchars: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leuchars: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leuchars: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramp to Island platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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