Trains to Stansted Airport from Edinburgh (Waverley)
| First train | 04:37 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:45 | |
| Departure station | Edinburgh (Waverley) | |
| Arrival station | Stansted Airport | |
| Journey time | From 5h 10m | |
| Distance | 314 miles (505 km) | |
| Frequency | 59 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, Thameslink, TransPennine Express, c2c |
Taking the train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Stansted Airport in 5 hours 10 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Stansted Airport? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 8 hours 31 minutes to travel the 314 miles (505 km) from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Stansted Airport by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 10 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 59 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo to Stansted Airport. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Stansted Airport in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Stansted Airport by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Stansted Airport?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.