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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD)

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19

train journeys
per day

314

miles (505 kms)

5hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 07:45

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stansted Airport (SSD)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Edinburgh Waverley and Stansted Airport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Edinburgh Waverley to Stansted Airport is approximately 314 miles (505 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 16 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, CrossCountry, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Stansted Airport.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Edinburgh Waverley to Stansted Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Edinburgh Waverley to Stansted Airport Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:40
    5 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    11:11
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stansted Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:23
    5 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stansted Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:26
    6 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    12:27
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stansted Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:30
    5 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    13:11
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stansted Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:30
    5 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    14:11
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stansted Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:24
    5 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    15:11
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stansted Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:30
    5 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    15:27
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stansted Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:00
    6 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    16:11
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stansted Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:24
    5 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    17:11
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stansted Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:00
    6 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    18:11
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stansted Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:30
    5 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    19:11
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stansted Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:30
    5 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    20:11
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stansted Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:30
    5 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    21:11
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stansted Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:13
    6 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    22:14
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stansted Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:30
    5 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    22:27
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stansted Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:00
    6 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    23:11
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stansted Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:30
    6 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    23:44
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stansted Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:58
    9 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    05:14
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stansted Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:25
    9 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    09:14
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stansted Airport
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stansted Airport

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Stansted Airport Station

Station name Stansted Airport (SSD)
Address Stansted Airport station, Under the Airport Terminal, Bassingbourn Road, Stansted, Essex, CM24 1QW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 00:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Stansted Airport

The travel time between Edinburgh Waverley and Stansted Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Stansted Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 07:45.

First class tickets on trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Stansted Airport typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Stansted Airport can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Edinburgh Waverley & Stansted Airport. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, CrossCountry, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Stansted Airport.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Stansted Airport, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.