Stansted Airport to Edinburgh by train
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Overview: trains from Stansted Airport to Edinburgh
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Stansted Airport to Edinburgh train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Stansted Airport to Edinburgh by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Stansted Airport to Edinburgh take around 5 hours and 27 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 505 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Stansted Airport is scheduled to depart at around 00:30. The last departure is usually at around 22:15 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Stansted Airport at around 00:30, with the last train leaving at around 23:15. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 71 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 11 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$77.50.
We think any time is a great time to visit Edinburgh, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Edinburgh.
Is there a direct train from Stansted Airport to Edinburgh?
The journey between Stansted Airport and Edinburgh usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Stansted Airport to Edinburgh every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.
How long does it take to travel from Stansted Airport to Edinburgh?
The Stansted Airport to Edinburgh train travel takes about 5 hours and 27 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Stansted Airport to Edinburgh train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Edinburgh leaving Stansted Airport at around 00:30 and the last train leaving at around 22:15 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Stansted Airport at around 00:30, with the final departure at 23:15.
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