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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£14
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
58 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
58 m
Trains on 18 Sept
27
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 27 trains from Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY), including 15 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 58 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.
L8756610:010h58Leuchars station (LEU)10:59Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£111One-way0 changes- L8758611:580h58Leuchars station (LEU)12:56Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£111One-way0 changes
- L87075 · L8770714:311h18Leuchars station (LEU)15:49Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£111One-way1 change
- L8759914:531h03Leuchars station (LEU)15:56Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£111One-way0 changes
- L8759312:521h02Leuchars station (LEU)13:54Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£111One-way0 changes
- L8756610:010h58Leuchars station (LEU)10:59Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£111One-way0 changes
- L8758611:580h58Leuchars station (LEU)12:56Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£111One-way0 changes
- L875558:530h58Leuchars station (LEU)9:51Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£111One-way0 changes
- L8754919:010h58Leuchars station (LEU)19:59Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£111One-way0 changes
- L8759713:550h58Leuchars station (LEU)14:53Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£111One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 55 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY):
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) costing on average £17.
Other travel options to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 57m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (1h 0m by train vs 1h 11m by car). Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £13 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Scotrail.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) train times
The table below shows live departures for Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:01 Leuchars station (LEU) | 0h58 | 10:59 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| C14660 · L87668 | 8:38 Leuchars station (LEU) | 1h12 | 9:50 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 change | |
| L87555 | 8:53 Leuchars station (LEU) | 0h58 | 9:51 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)
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Trains from Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 13:19. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 50m.
Distance 55 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 4:54 |
Last train 13:19 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Scotrail from Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Scotrail trains will get you between Leuchars station (LEU) and Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) from £6. 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 station (LEU) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) 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 Gateway (EGY), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Leuchars station (LEU) and Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)
Most Leuchars station (LEU) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) trains use the Leuchars to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Leuchars station (LEU) and Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) 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.
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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