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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Cheapest price
$139
Average price
$142
Fastest journey
5 h 41 m
Average duration
5 h 43 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
505 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD) will cost around $142 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $139.
Of the 3 trains that leave Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) for Stansted Airport (SSD) on Fri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 505 km distance in an average of 5 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 41 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 5 h 48 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, and a train costs an average of €73.
Distance: 313 miles (505 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€110 Average price | €51 Average price Cheapest | €84 Average price |
5h 46m Average total duration 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 21m Average total duration 10h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:24 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h47 | 2:11 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
| 5:23 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h48 | 11:11 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h41 | 11:41 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h41 | 1:41 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Distance 313 miles (505 km) |
Average train duration 5h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $89 (€73) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 31m |
First train 04:48 |
Last train 10:24 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD) start from as low as $89 (€73) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $135 (€110) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: LNER, Lumo from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trainsLNER, Lumo trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Stansted Airport (SSD) from $32 (€26). 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 Stansted Airport (SSD)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
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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