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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leuchars to Edinburgh Airport
Cheapest price on 08 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£18
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
58 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
1 h 2 m
Trains on 08 Sept
12
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leuchars to Edinburgh Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leuchars to Edinburgh Airport will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Tue 08 Sept, we found 12 trains from Leuchars to Edinburgh Airport, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.
C14660 · L876688:381h12Leuchars station (LEU)9:50Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£111One-way1 change- L875558:530h58Leuchars station (LEU)9:51Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£111One-way0 changes
- L8756610:010h58Leuchars station (LEU)10:59Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£111One-way0 changes
- L87555 · W831588:531h20Leuchars station (LEU)10:13Edinburgh Park (EDP)£111One-way1 change
- C14660 · C153798:381h06Leuchars station (LEU)9:44Edinburgh Park (EDP)£111One-way1 change
- L875558:530h58Leuchars station (LEU)9:51Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£111One-way0 changes
- L8756610:010h58Leuchars station (LEU)10:59Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£111One-way0 changes
C01942+W686969:221h01Leuchars station (LEU)10:23Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£191One-way1 change
G01153+W686559:461h06Leuchars station (LEU)10:52Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£191One-way1 change- C14660 · C153798:381h06Leuchars station (LEU)9:44Edinburgh Park (EDP)£111One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Leuchars to Edinburgh Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leuchars to Edinburgh Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 57 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leuchars to Edinburgh Airport:
A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leuchars to Edinburgh Airport costing on average £11.
Other travel options to Edinburgh Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 38m.
Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £13 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £2. The journey takes 1h 6m versus 1h 6m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Leuchars to Edinburgh Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Leuchars to Edinburgh Airport 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C14660 · L87668 | 8:38 Leuchars station (LEU) | 1h12 | 9:50 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 change | |
| C14660 · C15379 | 8:38 Leuchars station (LEU) | 1h06 | 9:44 Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 1 change | |
| C14660 · SR624400 | 8:38 Leuchars station (LEU) | 1h29 | 10:07 Edinburgh, Airport | 1 change | |
| L87555 | 8:53 Leuchars station (LEU) | 0h58 | 9:51 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87555 · W83158 | 8:53 Leuchars station (LEU) | 1h20 | 10:13 Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 1 change | |
L87555+ Metro from Edinburgh Gateway to Edinburgh Airport Bus/Tram | 8:53 Leuchars station (LEU) | 1h23 | 10:16 Edinburgh, Airport | 1 change | |
| C01942+SR544600 | 9:22 Leuchars station (LEU) | 1h19 | 10:41 Edinburgh, Airport | 1 change | |
| C01942+SR624800 | 9:22 Leuchars station (LEU) | 1h25 | 10:47 Edinburgh, Airport | 1 change | |
| C01942+W68696 | 9:22 Leuchars station (LEU) | 1h01 | 10:23 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 change | |
| G01153+W68655 | 9:46 Leuchars station (LEU) | 1h06 | 10:52 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 change | |
| L87566 | 10:01 Leuchars station (LEU) | 0h58 | 10:59 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87069 · L87682 | 10:26 Leuchars station (LEU) | 1h20 | 11:46 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leuchars to Edinburgh Airport
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Trains from Leuchars to Edinburgh Airport run on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:53, the last at 07:53. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 57 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 7:53 |
Last train 7:53 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway from Leuchars to Edinburgh Airport trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Leuchars and Edinburgh Airport from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leuchars to Edinburgh Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leuchars to Edinburgh Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leuchars and Edinburgh Airport
Most Leuchars to Edinburgh Airport trains use the Leuchars to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Leuchars and Edinburgh Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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