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The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Showing times and prices for Jun 23

Cheapest price

$150

Average price

$160

Fastest journey

5 h 41 m

Average duration

5 h 47 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

505 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport (STN) will cost around $160 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $150.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport (STN) without transferring at least once.

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08:00AM5h57
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
01:57PMStansted Airport (SSD)
$1501One-way
2 transfers
LNERP00105+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+Abellio Greater AngliaY81845
09:00AM5h57
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
02:57PMStansted Airport (SSD)
$1581One-way
2 transfers
LNERP00105+CrossCountryC23330
09:00AM5h41
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
02:41PMStansted Airport (SSD)
$1641One-way
1 transfer
LNERY23278+CrossCountryC23327
08:00AM5h41
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
01:41PMStansted Airport (SSD)
$1641One-way
1 transfer
LNERY23280+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+Abellio Greater AngliaY81827
08:30AM5h41
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
02:11PMStansted Airport (SSD)
$1651One-way
2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport (STN) 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 21m.

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€100

Average price

€59

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Cheapest

€67

Average price

6h 24m

Average duration

5h 54m

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12h 21m

Average duration

11h 51m

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4h 21m

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1h 21m

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Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport (STN) train times

Showing trains for today, Sunday, June 22
Last updated at 12:03 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
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On time
8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
5h45
1:45 PM Stansted Airport (SSD)
1 transfer
london_north_eastern_railwayP00107+assertis_tubeTube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+greater_angliaY81852
On time
8:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
5h43
2:13 PM Stansted Airport (SSD)
2 transfers
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On time
9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
5h45
2:45 PM Stansted Airport (SSD)
1 transfer
london_north_eastern_railwayW03348+assertis_tubeTube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+greater_angliaY81876
On time
9:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
5h43
3:13 PM Stansted Airport (SSD)
2 transfers
london_north_eastern_railwayW03349+cross_countryC23335
On time
10:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
5h45
3:45 PM Stansted Airport (SSD)
1 transfer

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Journey information

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

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Trains from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport (STN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $75 (€61) but you can travel from only $26 (€22) by flight.
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
Flight from $26 (€22)
Distance
313 miles (505 km)
Average train duration
5h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
$75 (€61)
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
5h 11m
First train
06:23
Last train
17:30
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
Flight from $26 (€22)

Train companies: East Coast and Lumo from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport (STN) trains

Find the best trains between Edinburgh and London Stansted Airport (STN) with Omio's travel partners East Coast and Lumo from $66 (€54). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.

Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport (STN) train information with East Coast:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 15 min
  • Cheapest Price: $97
  • East Coast frequency: 12 a day

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

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popular train stations

Popular train stations from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Edinburgh
London
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
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
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
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Haymarket
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of 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
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 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 Desk
Information Desk
  • Information booths are located on the concourse.
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.

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