- Must visit
Discovery Point
Museum ship telling the story of Antarctic exploration aboard RRS Discovery. An engaging major attraction within easy reach of Leuchars.
Cheapest price on 08 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£11
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
54 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
1 h 1 m
Trains on 08 Sept
6
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Leuchars is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Leuchars will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Tue 08 Sept, we found 6 trains from Edinburgh to Leuchars, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 8 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.
C01971
C14626
L87544
L87561
C14628
C14628
C14626
C01971
L87561
L87544Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Leuchars among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 52 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Leuchars:
A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Leuchars costing on average £11.
Other travel options to Leuchars take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 51m.
The journey is about 16m faster (1h 3m by train vs 1h 19m by car) and roughly £35 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£11 vs £45). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, ScotRail.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Leuchars trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C14626 | 8:31 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h58 | 9:29 Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87544 | 9:01 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h08 | 10:09 Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 changesdirect | |
C14628 | 9:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h54 | 10:24 Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87552 | 9:57 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h10 | 11:07 Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 changesdirect | |
C01971 | 10:31 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h00 | 11:31 Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87561 | 11:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h06 | 12:06 Leuchars station (LEU) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Edinburgh to Leuchars run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 23:56 |
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Discover the best of Leuchars — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leuchars trip today.
Museum ship telling the story of Antarctic exploration aboard RRS Discovery. An engaging major attraction within easy reach of Leuchars.
Riverside museum charting the Tay region’s history through archaeology, industry and local life. Practical and varied displays suit a broad visit.
University museum with changing exhibitions of art, history and objects linked to St Andrews. A compact cultural stop in the town centre.
Expansive sandy beach and dune landscape with paths and wide views over the estuary. Excellent for walking, birdwatching and fresh sea air.
Harbourfront promenade in Broughty Ferry with beach views, a lively seafront and easy walking beside the Tay. Good for a relaxed outing.
Leafy university quadrangle and adjoining lanes that capture the historic character of St Andrews. Ideal for an easy walk near major sights.
A rich Scottish soup of smoked haddock, potatoes and onions, long linked with nearby fishing communities in Fife and the east coast.
A breakfast staple made from minced sheep offal, oats and spices in a sheep’s stomach. It is one of Scotland’s best-known traditional dishes.
A classic Scottish pudding of oats, suet, dried fruit and spices, traditionally steamed and often served at Hogmanay and festive meals.
Historic pub and dining room in St Andrews serving Scottish produce, cask ales and classic dishes in cosy surroundings.
Popular St Andrews seafood restaurant close to Leuchars, known for fresh fish, shellfish and a smart but welcoming atmosphere.
Well-known local takeaway and restaurant for fish and chips, pizzas and casual comfort food near the village centre.
Moderate for the UK. Dining and local transport are fairly typical, but nearby St Andrews accommodation can raise overall visitor costs.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up, and café tipping is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Leuchars 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 Leuchars, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Edinburgh to Leuchars trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Leuchars station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Leuchars train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
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 storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
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.
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
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.
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 options are available at Leuchars.
Wi-Fi is available at Leuchars.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leuchars: Parking, WC.
Available at Leuchars: Bike Parking.
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.
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