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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leuchars to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
1 h 1 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leuchars to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leuchars to Edinburgh will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Of the 6 trains that leave Leuchars for Edinburgh on Wed, Jul 29, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 29 the direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
On Wed, Jul 29 the slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.
9:46 AM1h08Leuchars10:54 AMEdinburgh€61One-way0 transfers
7:48 PM1h01Leuchars8:49 PMEdinburgh€101One-way0 transfers- 8:22 AM1h03Leuchars9:25 AMEdinburgh€101One-way0 transfers
- 6:48 PM1h01Leuchars7:49 PMEdinburgh€101One-way0 transfers
- 4:24 PM1h04Leuchars5:28 PMEdinburgh€101One-way0 transfers
- 7:48 PM1h01Leuchars8:49 PMEdinburgh€101One-way0 transfers
- 6:48 PM1h01Leuchars7:49 PMEdinburgh€101One-way0 transfers
- 9:22 AM1h03Leuchars10:25 AMEdinburgh€101One-way0 transfers
- 8:22 AM1h03Leuchars9:25 AMEdinburgh€101One-way0 transfers
- 4:24 PM1h04Leuchars5:28 PMEdinburgh€101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leuchars to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leuchars to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 52 km
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€10 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leuchars to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Leuchars to Edinburgh trains for today, Tuesday, July 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C14660 | On time 8:38 AM Leuchars station (LEU) | 1h00 | 9:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87555 | On time 8:53 AM Leuchars station (LEU) | 1h12 | 10:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C01942 | On time 9:22 AM Leuchars station (LEU) | 1h03 | 10:25 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01153 | On time 9:46 AM Leuchars station (LEU) | 1h08 | 10:54 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87566 | On time 10:01 AM Leuchars station (LEU) | 1h14 | 11:15 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87069 | On time 10:26 AM Leuchars station (LEU) | 0h57 | 11:23 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leuchars to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leuchars to Edinburgh run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country, ScotRail from Leuchars to Edinburgh trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country, ScotRail trains will get you between Leuchars and Edinburgh from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Leuchars to Edinburgh
There are usually over 25 trains a day from the picturesque coastal village of Leuchars near the town of St Andrews, popular for its golfing, to the Scottish capital of Edinburgh. While the railway journey can take up to 90 minutes, the distance between these two tourist spots is covered in just over an hour on average.
Which train companies travel from Leuchars to Edinburgh?
Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway and ScotRail all put on trains from Leuchars to Edinburgh. LNER tends to be the fastest, with Cross County only slightly behind and ScotRail generally the slowest of the three.
How long is the train from Leuchars to Edinburgh?
The rail trip between Leuchars and Edinburgh takes a minimum of 64 minutes, with most journeys lasting just a few minutes more. All services are direct.
How many trains are there from Leuchars to Edinburgh?
There's an average of two trains an hour between Leuchars and Edinburgh for most of the day until the mid-evening, with an early morning spike from 6:15 a.m. and a dropping off of activity before the last train at around 10:00 p.m. Much the same pattern repeats itself over the weekend, except that services are more thinly spread on Sunday morning.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Leuchars to Edinburgh?
Departure train station: Leuchars railway station is on the A919, making it easily accessible by car, and buses from St Andrews stop frequently at the shelter outside. Heated waiting rooms and WiFi help the time to pass quickly and there are kiosks for newspapers, magazines, sandwiches and refreshments.
Arrival train station: Edinburgh Waverley is at the heart of the city centre, with landmarks such as the Scottish Parliament, the National Museum of Scotland and the University of Edinburgh's Old College all within a two-mile radius. Passengers can pick up foreign currency at the bureau de change, enjoy a relaxing drink in the station bar or cafe and browse a wide selection of shops. On top of that, there's a luxurious lounge where first class ticket holders can watch TV and enjoy a complimentary beverage. Travellers can continue their journey by taxi, tram or bus, with all three available near the station entrances and exits.
FAQs: Trains from Leuchars to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leuchars 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 Leuchars to Edinburgh
Most Leuchars to Edinburgh trains use the Leuchars to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Leuchars and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leuchars station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Leuchars from Leuchars city centre
Leuchars train station facilities and services
Leuchars has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leuchars.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leuchars.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leuchars. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leuchars: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leuchars: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leuchars: 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.
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 Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. 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: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, 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: Yes.
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