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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price on Sep 23
CHF74
Average ticket price on Sep 23
CHF111
Fastest journey on Sep 23
5 h 28 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
5 h 35 m
Trains on Sep 23
29
Distance
505 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around CHF111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF74.
It's difficult to get from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) without transferring at least 2 times.
G25698+
P66211+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross8:55 AM5h37Stansted Airport (SSD)2:32 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)CHF741One-way2 transfers
G80216+P66199+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross8:41 AM5h46Stansted Airport (SSD)2:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)CHF1001One-way2 transfers
G00966+G8023411:25 AM6h06Stansted Airport (SSD)5:31 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)CHF1031One-way1 transfer- G00964+G8022810:25 AM6h02Stansted Airport (SSD)4:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)CHF1031One-way1 transfer
- G00969+G8024112:25 PM6h03Stansted Airport (SSD)6:28 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)CHF1031One-way1 transfer
- G80221+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross+P662229:11 AM5h28Stansted Airport (SSD)2:39 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)CHF1061One-way2 transfers
- G80215+P66175+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross8:09 AM5h29Stansted Airport (SSD)1:38 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)CHF1061One-way2 transfers
- G25698+P66211+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross8:55 AM5h37Stansted Airport (SSD)2:32 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)CHF741One-way2 transfers
- G00974+G08124 · C01984+G010752:25 PM5h40Stansted Airport (SSD)8:05 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)CHF1191One-way3 transfers
- G80228+
C21810+P6682510:46 AM5h41Stansted Airport (SSD)4:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)CHF1031One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Stansted Airport (SSD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF75 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF75, while a flight costs an average of CHF222.
Distance: 313 miles (505 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
CHF127 Average price | CHF222 Average price | CHF75 Average price Cheapest | CHF144 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 28m Average total duration 11h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB):
A bus is CHF52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average CHF127.
A bus is CHF148 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average CHF222.
Other travel options to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 10m.
Bus takes on average 11h 58m.
The journey is about 1h 18m faster (5h 10m by train vs 6h 28m by car) and roughly CHF18 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (CHF127 vs CHF144). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Stansted Airport (SSD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Airport (SSD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P66093 · P76233+C21812+G80205 | 6:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 6h05 | 12:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
G80205+P66093+ L22574+Tube from Seven Sisters to London Kings Cross | 6:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 6h05 | 12:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
| C02000+L22584+P66115+Tube from Seven Sisters to London Kings Cross | 6:50 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 6h20 | 1:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4 transfers | |
| G80211+Tube from Seven Sisters to London Kings Cross+L22594+P02909 | 7:20 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 6h12 | 1:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
| G00956+G80211 | 7:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 6h04 | 1:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G80215+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross+P66175 | 8:09 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 5h29 | 1:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| G00959+G08088 · C02036+G01060 | 8:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 5h42 | 2:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
| G00959+G80216 | 8:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 5h59 | 2:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G80216+P66199+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross | 8:41 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 5h46 | 2:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| G25698+P66211+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross | 8:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 5h37 | 2:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| G80221+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross+P66222 | 9:11 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 5h28 | 2:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| G00960+G08095+G00739 · G01062 | 9:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 5h45 | 3:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
| G00960+G80224 | 9:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 6h09 | 3:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G80224+G01064+P01160 · P01500 | 9:50 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 6h17 | 4:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
| G80224+P01160 · P01500 | 9:50 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 5h44 | 3:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| G00964+G80228 | 10:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 6h02 | 4:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G00964 · G00698 · G01064+ Y14834 | 10:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 5h42 | 4:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
| C21810+G80228+P66825 | 10:46 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 5h41 | 4:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| G00966+G80234 | 11:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 6h06 | 5:31 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| C21593+G80234+P66831 | 11:46 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 5h45 | 5:31 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| G00969+G08112+G00706 · G01069 | 12:25 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 5h45 | 6:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
| G00969+G80241 | 12:25 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 6h03 | 6:28 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| C21809+G80241+P66836 | 12:46 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 5h42 | 6:28 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| G00973+G80247 | 1:25 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 6h08 | 7:33 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G00973+G08117+G00710 · G01073 | 1:25 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 5h46 | 7:11 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
| P66841+C21595+G80247 | 1:46 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 5h47 | 7:33 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| G00974+G08124 · C01984+G01075 | 2:25 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 5h40 | 8:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
| G00974+C01943 | 2:25 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 6h04 | 8:29 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| P66846+C21803+C01943 | 2:46 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 5h43 | 8:29 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
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Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at CHF64 but you can travel from only CHF37 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 17:57. The fastest train covers the 313 miles (505 km) distance in 4h 57m.
Distance 313 miles (505 km) |
Average train duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF64 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 57m |
First train 4:20 AM |
Last train 5:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Stansted Airport (SSD) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from CHF37. 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 Stansted Airport (SSD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Waverley (EDB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Most Stansted Airport (SSD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains use the London Kings Cross to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Stansted Airport (SSD) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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.
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