Edinburgh to Longniddry train with ScotRail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Longniddry

Showing times and prices for Dec 27

Cheapest price

€8

Average price

€8

Fastest journey

19 m

Average duration

19 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

19 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Longniddry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Edinburgh to Longniddry will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Edinburgh for Longniddry on Sat, Dec 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Dec 27 the direct trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .

On Sat, Dec 27 the slowest trains will take 19 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.

ScotRail
11:40AM0h19
Edinburgh
11:59AMLongniddry
81One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Edinburgh to Longniddry

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Longniddry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €8.

Distance: 19 km

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€8

Average price

€4

Average price

Cheapest

49m

Average total duration

Fastest

19m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 18m

Average total duration

48m

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30m

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Live departures

Edinburgh to Longniddry train times

The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Longniddry trains for tomorrow, Saturday, December 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 7:22 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
scotrail11:40 AM Edinburgh
0h19
11:59 AM Longniddry0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Longniddry

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Trains from Edinburgh to Longniddry run on average 6 times per day, taking around 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 19 km distance in 19m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €4
Distance
19 km
Average train duration
19m
Cheapest ticket price
€8
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
19m
First train
06:15
Last train
23:24
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €4

Train companies: ScotRail from Edinburgh to Longniddry trainsScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Longniddry from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

ScotRail

About
Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
19m
Cheapest Price
€8
ScotRail frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions mentioned above
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Longniddry

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Longniddry 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 Longniddry, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Longniddry can start from as little as €8 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Edinburgh to Longniddry is €8; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Edinburgh to Longniddry train travel time is 17 min   for the 18 km long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Edinburgh to Longniddry leaves at 06: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Edinburgh to Longniddry leaves at 23: 14.
There are 7 trains a day from Edinburgh to Longniddry which require at least one change with ScotRail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the trip from Edinburgh to Longniddry you can take a train with ScotRail. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services between Edinburgh and Longniddry on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 14.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Edinburgh Waverley, which is located around 0.4 miles (727 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Longniddry, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Longniddry from Edinburgh is worth doing with a journey time of 17 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Edinburgh to Longniddry is October.
Yes, you can take a train to Longniddry from Edinburgh.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Longniddry

Edinburgh
Longniddry
The major train station for departures in Edinburgh is Edinburgh Waverley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh Waverley for your trip from Edinburgh to Longniddry.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
  • Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
Lockers
  • You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
Dining
Dining
  • Bagel Factory
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Costa Coffee
  • JD Wetherspoon
  • The Pasty Shop
  • The Beer House
  • M&S
  • Pret a Manger
Taxis
Taxis
  • 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.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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.
WC
WC
  • 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,
Hotel
Hotel
  • Old Waverley Hotel
  • Jurys Inn Edinburgh
  • The Scotsman Hotel
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
  • Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 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 Desk
Information Desk
  • Information booths are located on the concourse.
Public transit options for Edinburgh Waverley
  • 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.
HaymarketWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transit options for Haymarket
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
BrunstaneParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
6 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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 single platform
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transit options for Brunstane
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Milton Road East-West bound

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