York to Edinburgh train with London North Eastern Railway

Tue, 29 Sept
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The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Edinburgh

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 29 Sept

Cheapest price on 29 Sept

81S$

Average ticket price on 29 Sept

104S$

Fastest journey on 29 Sept

2 h 17 m

Average journey duration on 29 Sept

2 h 18 m

Trains on 29 Sept

46

Distance

260 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from York to Edinburgh will cost around 104S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 81S$.

Fast trains

On Tue, 29 Sept, we found 46 trains from York to Edinburgh, including 44 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 260 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • London North Eastern RailwayG80237
    3:19 PM2h19
    York station (YRK)
    5:38 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    81 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • London North Eastern RailwayG80232
    2:19 PM2h23
    York station (YRK)
    4:42 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    86 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • London North Eastern RailwayG80226
    1:20 PM2h18
    York station (YRK)
    3:38 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    86 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • London North Eastern RailwayG80234
    3:06 PM2h25
    York station (YRK)
    5:31 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    86 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • London North Eastern RailwayG80251
    5:19 PM2h18
    York station (YRK)
    7:37 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    86 S$1One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

York to Edinburgh train times

The table below shows live departures for York to Edinburgh trains for today, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
CrossCountryG66987+London North Eastern RailwayG80209
Delayed
10:40 AM 10:19 AMYork station (YRK)
2h51
1:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1 change
CrossCountryG01060
On time
11:36 AM York station (YRK)
2h34
2:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80216
On time
12:06 PM York station (YRK)
2h21
2:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80221
On time
12:19 PM York station (YRK)
2h20
2:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01062
On time
12:36 PM York station (YRK)
2h34
3:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80224
On time
1:06 PM York station (YRK)
2h28
3:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80226
On time
1:20 PM York station (YRK)
2h18
3:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01064
On time
1:36 PM York station (YRK)
2h31
4:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80228
On time
2:06 PM York station (YRK)
2h21
4:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80232
On time
2:19 PM York station (YRK)
2h23
4:42 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01067
On time
2:36 PM York station (YRK)
2h33
5:09 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80234
On time
3:06 PM York station (YRK)
2h25
5:31 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80237
On time
3:19 PM York station (YRK)
2h19
5:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01069
On time
3:36 PM York station (YRK)
2h34
6:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80241
On time
4:06 PM York station (YRK)
2h22
6:28 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80245
On time
4:19 PM York station (YRK)
2h21
6:40 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01073
On time
4:36 PM York station (YRK)
2h35
7:11 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80247
On time
5:06 PM York station (YRK)
2h27
7:33 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80251
On time
5:19 PM York station (YRK)
2h18
7:37 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01075
On time
5:35 PM York station (YRK)
2h30
8:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayC01943
On time
6:06 PM York station (YRK)
2h23
8:29 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80257
On time
6:19 PM York station (YRK)
2h17
8:36 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01080
On time
6:36 PM York station (YRK)
2h33
9:09 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80259
On time
7:06 PM York station (YRK)
2h28
9:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80263
On time
7:19 PM York station (YRK)
2h21
9:40 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01082
On time
7:37 PM York station (YRK)
2h37
10:14 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80266
On time
8:06 PM York station (YRK)
2h29
10:35 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80268
On time
8:20 PM York station (YRK)
2h20
10:40 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80268+Transpennine ExpressG15983
On time
8:20 PM York station (YRK)
2h44
11:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1 change
CrossCountryG01083
On time
8:30 PM York station (YRK)
2h37
11:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80272
On time
9:04 PM York station (YRK)
2h31
11:35 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80273
On time
9:21 PM York station (YRK)
2h18
11:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80274
On time
10:05 PM York station (YRK)
2h33
12:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 changesdirect
Tuesday, 29 September
London North Eastern RailwayG801915:45 AM York station (YRK)
2h47
8:32 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG669806:36 AM York station (YRK)
2h34
9:10 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG801937:02 AM York station (YRK)
2h36
9:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayC019718:06 AM York station (YRK)
2h22
10:28 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG801988:20 AM York station (YRK)
2h18
10:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG669828:36 AM York station (YRK)
2h32
11:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG00703+London North Eastern RailwayG801998:39 AM York station (YRK)
2h54
11:33 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
London North Eastern RailwayG801999:06 AM York station (YRK)
2h27
11:33 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG802039:19 AM York station (YRK)
2h19
11:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG010559:36 AM York station (YRK)
2h36
12:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG8020510:06 AM York station (YRK)
2h24
12:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG8020910:19 AM York station (YRK)
2h18
12:37 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG6698710:36 AM York station (YRK)
2h34
1:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG8021111:06 AM York station (YRK)
2h26
1:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG8021511:19 AM York station (YRK)
2h19
1:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0 changesdirect

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Why should you book York to Edinburgh trains with Omio?

Transpennine Express as well as CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo and more offer trains services from York to Edinburgh.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from York to Edinburgh.

Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway or Lumo to find the best option for your trip from York to Edinburgh.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway or Lumo to find the best option for your trip from York to Edinburgh.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from York to Edinburgh.

How far in advance should I book train tickets from York to Edinburgh?

The best time to book your train from York to Edinburgh is 84 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the York to Edinburgh route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from York to Edinburgh per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from York to Edinburgh.

Journey information

Overview: Train from York to Edinburgh

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Trains from York to Edinburgh run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 43S$ but you can travel from only 23S$ by coach.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 260 km distance in 2h 16m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from 23S$
Distance
260 km
Average train duration
2h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
43S$
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
2h 16m
First train
12:25 AM
Last train
11:28 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
84 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from 23S$

Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, Lumo from York to Edinburgh trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, Lumo trains will get you between York and Edinburgh from 23S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

London North Eastern Railway

About
LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average London North Eastern Railway Duration
2h 16m
Cheapest London North Eastern Railway Price
43S$
London North Eastern Railway frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are included with Advance tickets. Optional for other ticket types at £0-£2 per person depending on route
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two pets per passenger
Quiet zone

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
2h 28m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
43S$
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
2h 47m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
46S$
Transpennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Lumo

About
Lumo are an open access operator launched in 2021 owned by FirstGroup providing train travel from London to Scotland and the North-East of England. It runs between London and Edinburgh along the East Coast Main Line. Lumo trains offer 100% electric travel along with amenities like comforable seating, free WiFi & their LumoEats at-seat catering in their single Standard Class. Lumo offered two ticket types their advance tickets LumoFixed which are only valid on the date and train booked but are exchangeable prior to departure and their Anytime tickets which can be used on any Lumo train on the date of your ticket.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Lumo Duration
2h 24m
Cheapest Lumo Price
120S$
Lumo frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one piece of hold luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class includes complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included with all tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs on leads allowed with fee
Quiet zone

FAQs: York to Edinburgh train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York to Edinburgh by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from York to Edinburgh can start from as little as 43S$ when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for York to Edinburgh is 92S$; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from York to Edinburgh is 2h 16m to travel the 260 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from York to Edinburgh leaves at 12:25 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from York to Edinburgh leaves at 11:28 pm.
Yes, there are 8 direct trains a day from York to Edinburgh with CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from York to Edinburgh, you can count on Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo for the best way to get you to Edinburgh. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between York and Edinburgh and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Edinburgh from York is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 16m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between York and Edinburgh including taking a train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in York and Edinburgh

Most York to Edinburgh trains use the York to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare York and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in York
Arrival train stations in Edinburgh

Which York station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?

Trains from York to Edinburgh leave from York. The station is 1 km from York city centre at York station, Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB.
YorkYork station, Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB+44 800 200 6060WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to York from York city centre

BusY12, Y14, 15, X15 · 4m · 5S$ · every ~4 min
37 · 7m
Cs · 28m · 6S$ · every ~5 min

York train station facilities and services

York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at York.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at York.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at York: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at York: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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