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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 05
€95
Average ticket price on Sep 05
€106
Fastest journey on Sep 05
5 h 37 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
5 h 38 m
Trains on Sep 05
10
Distance
505 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport 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 will cost around €106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €95.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport without transferring at least 2 times.
G25712+
Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+
P664158:26 AM5h41Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:07 PMStansted Airport (SSD)€951One-way2 transfers
G80068 · C01908 · C01995+
G008231:00 PM5h43Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:43 PMStansted Airport (SSD)€961One-way3 transfers- C01979 · C01951 · G08001+G0082012:00 PM5h40Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:40 PMStansted Airport (SSD)€961One-way3 transfers
- C02009+G0082312:30 PM6h13Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:43 PMStansted Airport (SSD)€961One-way1 transfer
- G08179+P66403+Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale8:00 AM5h37Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:37 PMStansted Airport (SSD)€1061One-way2 transfers
- G08179+P66403+Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale8:00 AM5h37Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:37 PMStansted Airport (SSD)€1061One-way2 transfers
- G80068+P66091+Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale1:00 PM5h37Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:37 PMStansted Airport (SSD)€1101One-way2 transfers
- C01979+P67528+Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale12:00 PM5h37Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:37 PMStansted Airport (SSD)€1101One-way2 transfers
- C01979 · C01951 · G08001+G0082012:00 PM5h40Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:40 PMStansted Airport (SSD)€961One-way3 transfers
- G25712+Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+P664158:26 AM5h41Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:07 PMStansted Airport (SSD)€951One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of €47 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €47, while a train costs an average of €94.
Distance: 505 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€94 Average price | €47 Average price Cheapest | €47 Average price | €141 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 34m Average total duration 11h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 56m 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 Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport:
A flight is €0.26 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport costing on average €47.
A flight is €47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport costing on average €94.
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 42m.
Bus takes on average 11h 4m.
Live departures
Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G08179+Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+P66403 | 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h37 | 1:37 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| G25712+P66415+Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale | 8:26 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h41 | 2:07 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| C02016+G00811 | 8:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h10 | 2:40 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 transfer | |
C02016+ C04351+P01162 | 8:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h50 | 2:20 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| C01979 · C01951 · G08001+G00820 | 12:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h40 | 5:40 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| C01979+Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+P67528 | 12:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h37 | 5:37 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| C02009+G00823 | 12:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h13 | 6:43 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 transfer | |
| C02009+P66082+Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale | 12:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h53 | 6:23 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| G80068 · C01908 · C01995+G00823 | 1:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h43 | 6:43 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G80068+Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+P66091 | 1:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h37 | 6:37 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport
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Trains from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €58 but you can travel from only €19 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 11:00. The fastest train covers the 505 km distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 505 km |
Average train duration 5h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €58 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 10m |
First train 7:00 AM |
Last train 11:00 AM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Edinburgh and London Stansted Airport from €19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Avanti West Coast
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to London Stansted 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 London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport
Most Edinburgh to London Stansted Airport trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and London Stansted Airport 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 Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
Tickets and information
Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
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