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Outbound fromYork to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train
It takes an average of 2h 36m to travel from York to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train, over a distance of around 161 miles (259 km). There are normally 71 trains per day travelling from York to Edinburgh (Waverley) and tickets for this journey start from £17.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:27 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:34 | |
| Departure station | York | |
| Arrival station | Edinburgh (Waverley) | |
| Journey time | From 2h 23m | |
| Distance | 161 miles (259 km) | |
| Frequency | 71 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £17.20 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway |
Travelling from York to Edinburgh by train
Looking to travel from York to Edinburgh by train? You've come to the right place!
It usually takes around 3 hours and 3 minutes to travel from York to Edinburgh by train, but it can take just 2 hours and 24 minutes on the fastest direct London North Eastern Railway (LNER) services. With around 58 trains running on this route per day, you can also travel direct with CrossCountry, or TransPennine Express and then Lumo with a change along the way.
On most trains, you'll find comfortable seating, free WiFi, and power sockets at standard. If you fancy travelling in style, LNER First Class and CrossCountry First Class offer complimentary food and drinks and wider seats with more legroom.
Want to snap up the cheapest fares? Book an Off-Peak time and get a Railcard. You can check ticket prices in our Journey Planner at the top of the page.
If you're ready to book your train tickets from York to Edinburgh start a search with us today! If you want to learn a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and FAQs including first and last train times below.
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Cheap train tickets from York to Edinburgh (Waverley)
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for York to Edinburgh (Waverley) is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.