Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport (STN) train

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Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Showing times and prices for Sep 12

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport (STN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

London North Eastern Railway
09:00AM5h41
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
02:41PMLondon Stansted Airport (STN)
$871One-way
0 transfers
Lumo
08:24AM5h47
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
02:11PMLondon Stansted Airport (STN)
$961One-way
0 transfers
London North Eastern Railway
08:30AM5h54
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
02:24PMLondon Stansted Airport (STN)
$1061One-way
0 transfers

Train schedule from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 12
Lumo
08:24AM5h47
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
02:11PMLondon Stansted Airport (STN)
0 transfers
London North Eastern Railway
08:30AM5h54
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
02:24PMLondon Stansted Airport (STN)
0 transfers
London North Eastern Railway
09:00AM5h41
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
02:41PMLondon Stansted Airport (STN)
0 transfers

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Fastest train times from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Showing times and prices for Sep 12

Fastest Journey

5 h 41 m

Average

5 h 47 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

505 km

Of the 3 trains that leave Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) for London Stansted Airport (STN) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

London North Eastern Railway
09:00AM5h41
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
02:41PMLondon Stansted Airport (STN)
$871One-way
0 transfers
Lumo
08:24AM5h47
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
02:11PMLondon Stansted Airport (STN)
$961One-way
0 transfers
London North Eastern Railway
08:30AM5h54
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
02:24PMLondon Stansted Airport (STN)
$1061One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

distanceDistance312 miles (504 km)
durationAverage train duration5 h 31 min
priceAverage train ticket price$111 (€95)
frequencyTrain frequency8 a day
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain providersLNER or Lumo

Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport (STN) cover the 312 miles (504 km) long route taking on average 5 h 31 min with our travel partners like LNER or Lumo. Normally, there are 8 trains operating per day. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $111 (€95), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $85 (€73).

Train companies: East Coast, Lumo and Virgin Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport (STN) trains

Travel between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and London Stansted Airport (STN) from $93 (€79) with Omio’s train partners East Coast, Lumo and Virgin Trains! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient journey for you.

Lumo are an open access operator launched in 2021 owned by FirstGroup providing train travel from London to Scotland and the North-East of England. It runs between London and Edinburgh along the East Coast Main Line. Lumo trains offer 100% electric travel along with amenities like comforable seating, free WiFi & their LumoEats at-seat catering in their single Standard Class. Lumo offered two ticket types their advance tickets LumoFixed which are only valid on the date and train booked but are exchangeable prior to departure and their Anytime tickets which can be used on any Lumo train on the date of your ticket.

Train information from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport (STN) with Lumo:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 31 min
  • Cheapest Price: $95

FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

FAQs: Travel by train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport (STN) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport (STN).
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport (STN) can start from as little as $85 (€73) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport (STN) is $112 (€95); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport (STN) is 5 h 31 min   to travel the 312 mile (504 km) long route, with around there are 8 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 7: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 3: 13 PM.
There are 8 trains a day from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport (STN) which require at least one change with LNER or Lumo. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport (STN) train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with LNER or Lumo. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services to London Stansted Airport (STN) from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month for a train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport (STN) is February.
You have options as you can travel to London Stansted Airport (STN) from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.

Trains departing from Edinburgh Waverley

Distance from Edinburgh Waverley to city center
Distance from Edinburgh Waverley to city center
0.4 miles (727 m)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 05: 00 - 23: 59 | Sun: 07: 00 - 23: 59
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
Metro: No metro available.
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
Edinburgh Airport
7 miles (12 km)
How to get to nearest airport?
How to get to nearest airport?
There is a direct tram from St Andrew Square that goes between the airport and the train station for 35 minutes. You can also opt to ride the Airlink 100 bus for 28 minutes.
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
Free public Wi-Fi available.
ATM
ATM
There are a few ATM machines around the station.
Taxi
Taxi
Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station. | Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
Lockers
Lockers
You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
Shopping
Shopping
Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
Dining
Dining
Bagel Factory | Burger King | Caffè Nero | Costa Coffee | JD Wetherspoon | The Pasty Shop | The Beer House | M&S | Pret a Manger
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Europcar | Enterprise
Information Desk
Information Desk
Information booths are located on the concourse.
Accessibility
Accessibility
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.

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