Edinburgh to Leuchars train

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Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Leuchars

Showing times and prices for Dec 13

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Leuchars is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
London North Eastern RailwayC46752
02:30PM1h00
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
03:30PMLeuchars station (LEU)
$141One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
London North Eastern RailwayC46709
10:28AM1h00
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
11:28AMLeuchars station (LEU)
$141One-way
0 transfers
ScotrailP78530
09:01AM1h08
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
10:09AMLeuchars station (LEU)
$171One-way
0 transfers
ScotrailP78000
09:30AM0h55
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
10:25AMLeuchars station (LEU)
$171One-way
0 transfers
ScotrailP78557
11:58AM1h09
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
01:07PMLeuchars station (LEU)
$171One-way
0 transfers

Live departures

Edinburgh to Leuchars

Showing trains for today, Thursday, December 12
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Scotrail
P78000
Delayed
09:30AM 09:29AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h55
10:25AM 10:24AMLeuchars station (LEU)
0 transfersDirect
Scotrail
P78538
Delayed
09:57AM 09:56AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h10
11:07AM Leuchars station (LEU)
0 transfersDirect
Scotrail
P78547
Delayed
11:00AM 11:00AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h06
12:06PM 12:09PMLeuchars station (LEU)
0 transfersDirect
Friday, December 13
Scotrail
P77993
On time
08:31AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h57
09:28AM Leuchars station (LEU)
0 transfersDirect
Scotrail
P78530
On time
09:01AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h08
10:09AM Leuchars station (LEU)
0 transfersDirect
Scotrail
P78000
On time
09:30AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h55
10:25AM Leuchars station (LEU)
0 transfersDirect
Scotrail
P78538
On time
09:57AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h10
11:07AM Leuchars station (LEU)
0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern Railway
C46709
On time
10:28AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h00
11:28AM Leuchars station (LEU)
0 transfersDirect
Scotrail
P78547
On time
11:00AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h06
12:06PM Leuchars station (LEU)
0 transfersDirect
Scotrail
P78007
On time
11:30AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h53
12:23PM Leuchars station (LEU)
0 transfersDirect
Scotrail
P78557
On time
11:58AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h09
01:07PM Leuchars station (LEU)
0 transfersDirect
Scotrail
P78566
On time
12:58PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h08
02:06PM Leuchars station (LEU)
0 transfersDirect
Scotrail
P78017
On time
01:28PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0h58
02:26PM Leuchars station (LEU)
0 transfersDirect
Scotrail
P78574
On time
02:00PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h13
03:13PM Leuchars station (LEU)
0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern Railway
C46752
On time
02:30PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1h00
03:30PM Leuchars station (LEU)
0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Edinburgh to Leuchars?

The best time to book your train from Edinburgh to Leuchars is 49 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Edinburgh to Leuchars route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Edinburgh to Leuchars per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Edinburgh to Leuchars.

Fastest train times from Edinburgh to Leuchars

Showing times and prices for Dec 13

Fastest Journey

53 m

Average

1 h 3 m

Trains per day

12

Distance

52 km

Of the 12 trains that leave Edinburgh for Leuchars every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
ScotrailP78007
11:30AM0h53
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
12:23PMLeuchars station (LEU)
$331One-way
0 transfers
ScotrailP78000
09:30AM0h55
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
10:25AMLeuchars station (LEU)
$171One-way
0 transfers
ScotrailP77993
08:31AM0h57
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
09:28AMLeuchars station (LEU)
$171One-way
0 transfers
ScotrailP78017
01:28PM0h58
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
02:26PMLeuchars station (LEU)
$331One-way
0 transfers
London North Eastern RailwayC46752
02:30PM1h00
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
03:30PMLeuchars station (LEU)
$141One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Leuchars

Trains from Edinburgh to Leuchars run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€8) but you can travel from only $9 (€8) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $9 (€8)
Distance
31 miles (51 km)
Average train duration
1h 2m
Cheapest ticket price
$9 (€8)
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
7
Train providers
4
Fastest train
55m
First train
05:30
Last train
23:12
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $9 (€8)

Train companies: ScotRail, East Coast and CrossCountry from Edinburgh to Leuchars trains

Travel to Leuchars from Edinburgh from $8 (€8) with Omio’s train partners ScotRail, East Coast and CrossCountry! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular trip for you.

Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.

Train information from Edinburgh to Leuchars with ScotRail:

  • Average Duration: 55 min
  • Cheapest Price: $13
  • ScotRail frequency: 14 a day

FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Leuchars

FAQs: Travel by train from Edinburgh to Leuchars 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 to Leuchars.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Leuchars can start from as little as $9 (€8) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Edinburgh to Leuchars is $14 (€13); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time from Edinburgh to Leuchars is on average 55 min   for the 32 mile (51 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Leuchars from Edinburgh by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Edinburgh to Leuchars leaves at 5: 30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Edinburgh to Leuchars leaves at 11: 12 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Edinburgh to Leuchars without having to change trains with ScotRail, LNER or Caledonian Sleeper. There are 7 direct trains from Edinburgh to Leuchars each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the best Edinburgh to Leuchars train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with ScotRail, LNER, CrossCountry or Caledonian Sleeper. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between Edinburgh and Leuchars to compare what amenities they may offer.
Yes, you can take a night train from Edinburgh to Leuchars with Caledonian Sleeper. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.  

Passengers board the train most frequently from Edinburgh Waverley, which is located around 0.4 miles (727 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Leuchars, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Leuchars from Edinburgh is worth doing with a journey time of 55 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Edinburgh to Leuchars by train is February.
You have options as you can travel from Edinburgh to Leuchars 2 different ways: train or bus.

Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Leuchars

Edinburgh
Leuchars
The major train station for departures in Edinburgh is Edinburgh Gateway. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh Gateway for your trip from Edinburgh to Leuchars.
Edinburgh GatewayWifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeTicket Office
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:10 - 00:10 Sunday 08:40 - 00:10
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
7 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Dining
Dining
  • Subway
  • Morrisons
  • Baguette Express
  • M&S Cafe
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Shelter/Room. The toilet facilities are only available during ticket office opening hours.
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transit options for Edinburgh Gateway
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stops outside the station
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
  • Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free public Wi-Fi available.
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
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
Dining
Dining
  • Bagel Factory
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Costa Coffee
  • JD Wetherspoon
  • The Pasty Shop
  • The Beer House
  • M&S
  • Pret a Manger
Taxis
Taxis
  • 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.
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.
WC
WC
  • 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,
Hotel
Hotel
  • Old Waverley Hotel
  • Jurys Inn Edinburgh
  • The Scotsman Hotel
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
  • Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Public transit options for Edinburgh Waverley
  • 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.
HaymarketWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket Office
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Dining
Dining
  • Sandwich Deli
  • Snax Corner
  • Keb’s
  • Masti
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Grosvenor Gardens Hotel
  • Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
  • Brooks Hotel
  • Ardmillan Hotel
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
Public transit options for Haymarket
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
The major train station for arrivals in Leuchars is Leuchars. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leuchars for your journey to Leuchars from Edinburgh.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 21:45 Saturday 06:20 - 21:45 Sunday 10:10 - 22:15
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News kiosk and taxi kiosk
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Delight
  • Golden Pagoda
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. Radar - National Key Scheme
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transit options for Leuchars
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop at the station entrance, next to the car park

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