The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
$145
Average price
$155
Fastest journey
5 h 22 m
Average duration
5 h 42 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
502 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Edinburgh will cost around $155 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $145.
It's difficult to get from Stansted Mountfitchet to Edinburgh without transferring at least 2 times.
G80216+
P76245+
G009598:13 AM6h14Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)2:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1451One-way2 transfers
G80216+
P66812 · P76249+
C218118:43 AM5h44Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)2:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1461One-way3 transfers
G80224+
P76255+
G009609:13 AM6h21Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)3:34 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1461One-way2 transfers
G80215+
P66175+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross8:15 AM5h23Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)1:38 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1621One-way2 transfers
G80216+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross+
P666688:40 AM5h47Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)2:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1621One-way2 transfers
G80221+
P66222+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross9:17 AM5h22Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)2:39 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1621One-way2 transfers
G80215+
P66175+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross8:15 AM5h23Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)1:38 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1621One-way2 transfers
G80216+
P66812 · P76249+
C218118:43 AM5h44Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)2:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1461One-way3 transfers
G80216+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross+
P666688:40 AM5h47Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)2:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1621One-way2 transfers
G80224+
P76270+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross9:22 AM6h12Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)3:34 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1621One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Stansted Mountfitchet to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a train costs an average of $75.
Distance: 311 miles (502 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$131 Average price | $71 Average price Cheapest | $75 Average price | $172 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 32m Average total duration 11h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Stansted Mountfitchet to Edinburgh:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stansted Mountfitchet to Edinburgh costing on average $75 (€61).
A bus is $60 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Edinburgh costing on average $131 (€106).
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 2m.
Bus takes on average 11h 2m.
The journey is about 24m faster (6h 2m by train vs 6h 26m by car) and roughly $41 (€33) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($131 (€106) vs $172 (€139)). 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 Mountfitchet to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G80216+ P76245+ G00959 | On time 8:13 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 6h14 | 2:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
G80215+ P66175+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross | 8:15 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 5h23 | 1:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
G80216+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross+ P66668 | 8:40 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 5h47 | 2:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
G80216+ P66812 · P76249+ C21811 | 8:43 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 5h44 | 2:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
G80224+ P76255+ G00960 | 9:13 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 6h21 | 3:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
P66222+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross+ G80221 | 9:17 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 5h22 | 2:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
G80224+ P76270+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross | 9:22 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 6h12 | 3:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Edinburgh
Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Edinburgh run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $75 (€60) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 19:00. The fastest train covers the 311 miles (502 km) distance in 5h 21m.
Distance 311 miles (502 km) |
Average train duration 6h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€60) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 21m |
First train 5:37 AM |
Last train 7:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Greater Anglia from Stansted Mountfitchet to Edinburgh trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Stansted Mountfitchet and Edinburgh from $24 (€19). 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 Mountfitchet to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet to Edinburgh 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stansted Mountfitchet to Edinburgh
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 06:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Cork House
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- 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 National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. Toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. National key toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: 10 cycle spaces on Platforms 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the junction of Station Road and Church Road, next to the Kings Arms public house
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- 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.
- 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.
- 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,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- 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 booths are located on the concourse.
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
- Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
- 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, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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 Platform 2 bus stop, adjacent to Herminston Gate
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