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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stonehaven to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stonehaven to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stonehaven to Edinburgh will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 6 trains that leave Stonehaven for Edinburgh every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 128 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 14 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.
C019428:112h14Stonehaven station (STN)10:25Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£241One-way0 changes- C0200710:112h14Stonehaven station (STN)12:25Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£261One-way0 changes
G011538:372h17Stonehaven station (STN)10:54Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£441One-way0 changes
L8707211:172h06Stonehaven station (STN)13:23Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£471One-way0 changes- L870699:212h02Stonehaven station (STN)11:23Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£471One-way0 changes
- L870699:212h02Stonehaven station (STN)11:23Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£471One-way0 changes
- L8707412:232h05Stonehaven station (STN)14:28Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£471One-way0 changes
- L8707211:172h06Stonehaven station (STN)13:23Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£471One-way0 changes
- C019428:112h14Stonehaven station (STN)10:25Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£241One-way0 changes
- C0200710:112h14Stonehaven station (STN)12:25Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£261One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Stonehaven to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stonehaven to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 128 km
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£20 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stonehaven to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Stonehaven to Edinburgh trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| C02007 | On time 10:11 Stonehaven station (STN) | 2h14 | 12:25 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87072 | On time 11:17 Stonehaven station (STN) | 2h06 | 13:23 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87074 | On time 12:23 Stonehaven station (STN) | 2h05 | 14:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L88434 · L87075 | On time 12:41 Stonehaven station (STN) | 2h48 | 15:29 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| L87079 | On time 14:19 Stonehaven station (STN) | 2h05 | 16:24 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01989 | On time 15:11 Stonehaven station (STN) | 2h14 | 17:25 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87081 | On time 16:24 Stonehaven station (STN) | 2h08 | 18:32 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L88416 · L87549 | On time 17:33 Stonehaven station (STN) | 2h39 | 20:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| C01960 | On time 18:37 Stonehaven station (STN) | 2h12 | 20:49 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87084 | On time 19:30 Stonehaven station (STN) | 2h20 | 21:50 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87085 | On time 20:25 Stonehaven station (STN) | 2h21 | 22:46 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C14807 · L87087 | On time 20:56 Stonehaven station (STN) | 2h34 | 23:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G00667 | On time 21:52 Stonehaven station (STN) | 2h07 | 23:59 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
| C01942 | 8:11 Stonehaven station (STN) | 2h14 | 10:25 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01153 | 8:37 Stonehaven station (STN) | 2h17 | 10:54 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87069 | 9:21 Stonehaven station (STN) | 2h02 | 11:23 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stonehaven to Edinburgh
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Trains from Stonehaven to Edinburgh run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 22:04. The fastest train covers the 128 km distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 128 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 22:04 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
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FAQs: Stonehaven to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stonehaven to Edinburgh 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stonehaven and Edinburgh
Most Stonehaven to Edinburgh trains use the Stonehaven to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Stonehaven and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stonehaven station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Stonehaven from Stonehaven city centre
Stonehaven train station facilities and services
Stonehaven has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Bay Fish & Chips, Redcloak Fish Bar
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stonehaven. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stonehaven: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stonehaven: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stonehaven: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Ship Inn, The Royal Hotel, The Station Hotel.
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.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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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