Stansted Mountfitchet to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train
| First train | 04:32 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:18 | |
| Departure station | Stansted Mountfitchet | |
| Arrival station | Edinburgh (Waverley) | |
| Journey time | From 5h 47m | |
| Distance | 312 miles (502 km) | |
| Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Railway, Lumo |
About the train journey from Stansted Mountfitchet to Edinburgh (Waverley)
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The train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Edinburgh (Waverley) usually takes 6 hours 24 minutes on average to travel 312 miles (502 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 5 hours 47 minutes. You can expect to find 5 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Edinburgh (Waverley), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Lumo or Greater Anglia, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Stansted Mountfitchet to Edinburgh (Waverley) if you book in advance, travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
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