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Edinburgh to Leuchars train prices and times

Planning a journey from Edinburgh to Leuchars? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$9.44, with average prices for this route around AU$36.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
07:05 1h 1m, Direct Edinburgh Gateway	08:06 Leuchars	Find Tickets
07:30 55m, Direct Edinburgh (Waverley)	08:25 Leuchars	Find Tickets
08:09 58m, Direct Edinburgh Gateway	09:07 Leuchars	Find Tickets
08:31 57m, Direct Edinburgh (Waverley)	09:28 Leuchars	Find Tickets
09:12 57m, Direct Edinburgh Gateway	10:09 Leuchars	Find Tickets
09:30 53m, Direct Edinburgh (Waverley)	10:23 Paris	Find Tickets

Edinburgh to Leuchars train route details

First train

05:30

Last train

23:10

Departure station

Edinburgh

Arrival station

Leuchars

Journey time

53m

Distance

51 km

Price

AU$9.44*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, ScotRail, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Leuchars

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Edinburgh to Leuchars can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Edinburgh to Leuchars, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Edinburgh to Leuchars ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Edinburgh to Leuchars train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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