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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Cheapest price
£72
Average price
£105
Fastest journey
5 h 13 m
Average duration
5 h 27 m
Trains per day
43
Distance
505 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD) will cost around £105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
To travel from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD) you need to make at least one change.
C02070 · C01928 · G08024+
G0083316:005h41Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)21:41Stansted Airport (SSD)£721One-way3 changes
G25687+
Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+
P663666:265h41Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£731One-way2 changes- G08170+Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+P663235:375h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£811One-way2 changes
- G80055 · C01959 · G07995+G0081811:005h40Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)16:40Stansted Airport (SSD)£861One-way3 changes
- G80061 · C01950 · G07999+G0082112:005h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)17:52Stansted Airport (SSD)£861One-way3 changes
- C01988+G0083015:305h13Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)20:43Stansted Airport (SSD)£991One-way1 change
- C02014+G0082413:305h17Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:47Stansted Airport (SSD)£991One-way1 change
- G08170+Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+P663235:375h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£811One-way2 changes
- G08180+P02925+Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale8:005h37Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:37Stansted Airport (SSD)£1131One-way2 changes
- G08175+Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+P663787:005h37Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:37Stansted Airport (SSD)£1091One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £60.
Distance: 505 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£89 Average Price | £47 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 21m Average total duration 10h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trains for today, Thursday 27 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G08180+P02925+Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale | On time 8:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h37 | 13:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| G08180 · C01925 · G07977+G00808 | On time 8:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h40 | 13:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
| G25682+Tube from London Kings Cross to Tottenham Hale+P66414 | On time 8:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h41 | 14:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
C02015+ C04350+P66849 | On time 8:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h50 | 14:20 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:37, the last at 10:30. The fastest train covers the 505 km distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 505 km |
Average train duration 5h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 10m |
First train 4:37 |
Last train 10:30 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Stansted Airport (SSD) from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Stansted Airport (SSD)
Most Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Stansted Airport (SSD) 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.
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