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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$97
Fastest journey
5 h 41 m
Average duration
6 h 10 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
505 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport will cost around $97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
Of the 3 trains that leave Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) for London Stansted Airport on Thu, May 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 505 km distance in an average of 6 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 41 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 6 h 52 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.
8:26 AM5h41Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:07 PMLondon Stansted Airport$751One-way0 transfers
8:52 AM6h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:44 PMLondon Stansted Airport$941One-way0 transfers
9:00 AM5h57Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:57 PMLondon Stansted Airport$1221One-way0 transfers
- 8:26 AM5h41Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:07 PMLondon Stansted Airport$751One-way0 transfers
- 9:00 AM5h57Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:57 PMLondon Stansted Airport$1221One-way0 transfers
- 8:52 AM6h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:44 PMLondon Stansted Airport$941One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $60.
Distance: 313 miles (505 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$110 Average price | $63 Average price | $59 Average price Cheapest | $175 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 21m Average total duration 10h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport:
A flight is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport costing on average $63 (€50).
A flight is $52 (€41) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport costing on average $110 (€88).
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 18m.
Bus takes on average 10h 51m.
The journey is about 1h 31m faster (5h 18m by train vs 6h 49m by car) and roughly $65 (€52) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($110 (€88) vs $175 (€140)). 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.
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 London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:26 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h41 | 2:07 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h52 | 3:44 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h57 | 2:57 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $60 (€48) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:30, the last at 12:30. The fastest train covers the 313 miles (505 km) distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 313 miles (505 km) |
Average train duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€48) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 10m |
First train 6:30 AM |
Last train 12:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and London Stansted Airport from $24 (€19). 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 London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Stansted Airport
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- 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.
- 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.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- 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.
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