The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Stonehaven
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
1 h 59 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Stonehaven is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Stonehaven will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 8 trains that leave Edinburgh for Stonehaven on Mon, Jun 22, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 128 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 59 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 10 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.
C0197110:31 AM2h10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:41 PMStonehaven station (STN)$321One-way0 transfers
L87570 · L86913 · L8843811:58 AM3h22Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:20 PMStonehaven station (STN)$421One-way2 transfers
C1463211:30 AM1h59Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:29 PMStonehaven station (STN)$631One-way0 transfers
C146289:30 AM2h03Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:33 AMStonehaven station (STN)$631One-way0 transfers
C146268:31 AM2h09Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:40 AMStonehaven station (STN)$631One-way0 transfers
C1463211:30 AM1h59Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:29 PMStonehaven station (STN)$631One-way0 transfers
C146289:30 AM2h03Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:33 AMStonehaven station (STN)$631One-way0 transfers
C145746:30 AM2h07Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:37 AMStonehaven station (STN)$631One-way0 transfers
C146268:31 AM2h09Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:40 AMStonehaven station (STN)$631One-way0 transfers
C0197110:31 AM2h10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:41 PMStonehaven station (STN)$321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Edinburgh to Stonehaven
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Stonehaven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 79 miles (128 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$31 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Stonehaven:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Stonehaven costing on average $31 (€26).
Other travel options to Stonehaven take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 21m.
The journey is about 4m faster (2h 13m by train vs 2h 17m by car) and roughly $50 (€41) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($31 (€26) vs $81 (€66)). 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.
Direct services run with Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Stonehaven train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Stonehaven trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G08037 | On time 9:10 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h15 | 11:25 AM Stonehaven station (STN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87000 | On time 9:35 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h18 | 11:53 AM Stonehaven station (STN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C14633 | On time 10:50 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h17 | 1:07 PM Stonehaven station (STN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W69894 · L87016 | On time 11:32 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h31 | 2:03 PM Stonehaven station (STN) | 1 transfer | |
C14616 | On time 12:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h08 | 2:46 PM Stonehaven station (STN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C14574 | 6:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h07 | 8:37 AM Stonehaven station (STN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C14622 | 7:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h17 | 9:47 AM Stonehaven station (STN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C14626 | 8:31 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h09 | 10:40 AM Stonehaven station (STN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Edinburgh to Stonehaven trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Scotrail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Scotrail, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Stonehaven.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Scotrail with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Edinburgh to Stonehaven.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Stonehaven.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh to Stonehaven.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Stonehaven
Trains from Edinburgh to Stonehaven run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $9 (€8) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 22:43. The fastest train covers the 79 miles (128 km) distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 79 miles (128 km) |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 10:43 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail from Edinburgh to Stonehaven trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Stonehaven from $9 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Caledonian Sleeper
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Stonehaven
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Stonehaven 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 Stonehaven, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Stonehaven
Most Edinburgh to Stonehaven trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Stonehaven station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Stonehaven train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: 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.
Getting to Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. Information desks are 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: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: 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.
Which Stonehaven station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Stonehaven from Stonehaven city centre
Stonehaven train station facilities and services
Stonehaven has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Bay Fish & Chips, Redcloak Fish Bar
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stonehaven. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stonehaven: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stonehaven: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stonehaven: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Ship Inn, The Royal Hotel, The Station Hotel.
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