The cheapest and fastest trains from Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Airport
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Airport will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 5 trains that leave Leuchars station (LEU) for Edinburgh Airport on Tue, Jan 20, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 20 the direct trains cover the 56 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
On Tue, Jan 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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 bus and train for Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 34 miles (56 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€14 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Airport trains for today, Monday, January 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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M27820 · SR583900+ Metro from Edinburgh Gateway to Edinburgh Airport Bus/Tram | On time 8:52 AM Leuchars station (LEU) | 2h00 | 10:52 AM Edinburgh, Airport | 2 transfers | |
M27820+ Bus from Inverkeithing to Edinburgh Airport Bus/Tram | On time 8:52 AM Leuchars station (LEU) | 1h39 | 10:31 AM Edinburgh, Airport | 1 transfer | |
M27820 · SR583900 | On time 8:52 AM Leuchars station (LEU) | 1h35 | 10:27 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 transfer | |
M27819+ Bus from Inverkeithing to Edinburgh Airport Bus/Tram | On time 9:51 AM Leuchars station (LEU) | 1h40 | 11:31 AM Edinburgh, Airport | 1 transfer | |
M27819 · SR583600+ Metro from Edinburgh Gateway to Edinburgh Airport Bus/Tram | On time 9:51 AM Leuchars station (LEU) | 2h01 | 11:52 AM Edinburgh, Airport | 2 transfers | |
M27819 · SR583600 | On time 9:51 AM Leuchars station (LEU) | 1h36 | 11:27 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 transfer | |
M27818 · SR583400 | On time 10:51 AM Leuchars station (LEU) | 1h36 | 12:27 PM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 transfer | |
M27817 · SR583200 | On time 11:51 AM Leuchars station (LEU) | 1h36 | 1:27 PM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 transfer | |
M27816 · SR582900 | On time 12:51 PM Leuchars station (LEU) | 1h36 | 2:27 PM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 transfer | |
M27815 · SR582600 | On time 1:51 PM Leuchars station (LEU) | 1h36 | 3:27 PM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 transfer | |
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Compare prices and tickets Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Airport by bus or train
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Why should you book Leuchars to Edinburgh Airport trains with Omio?
ScotRail as well as LNER and CrossCountry offer trains services from Leuchars to Edinburgh Airport. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Leuchars to Edinburgh Airport.
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 LNER and CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from Leuchars to Edinburgh Airport.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- 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 Leuchars to Edinburgh Airport.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While ScotRail tickets can be bought on ScotRail's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of LNER and CrossCountry to help you choose the right option for your journey from Leuchars to Edinburgh Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Leuchars to Edinburgh Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Airport
Trains from Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Airport run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:38, the last at 18:48. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (56 km) distance in 58m.
Distance 34 miles (56 km) |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 07:38 |
Last train 18:48 |
Train companies: ScotRail, LNER, CrossCountry from Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Airport trainsScotRail, LNER, CrossCountry trains will get you between Leuchars station (LEU) and Edinburgh Airport from $8 (€6). 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 Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Airport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 21:45 Saturday 06:20 - 21:45 Sunday 10:10 - 22:15
- Type of shops available: News kiosk and taxi kiosk
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. Radar - National Key Scheme
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- 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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