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The Joe Cornish Gallery
Local history museum covering Northallerton and district life, archaeology, and changing rural traditions in an accessible setting.
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
2 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Northallerton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Northallerton will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 3 trains that leave Edinburgh for Northallerton on Thu, Aug 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 211 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 14 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 3 h 3 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Northallerton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $31.
Distance: 131 miles (211 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$50 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $56 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Northallerton:
A bus is $31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Northallerton costing on average $50.
Other travel options to Northallerton take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 27m.
The journey is about 1h 13m faster (2h 20m by train vs 3h 33m by car) and roughly $6 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($50 vs $56). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Northallerton trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:08 AM Edinburgh | 3h00 | 10:08 AM Northallerton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:05 AM Edinburgh | 3h03 | 11:08 AM Northallerton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Edinburgh to Northallerton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 but you can travel from only $13 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 131 miles (211 km) distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 131 miles (211 km) |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 5:55 AM |
Last train 9:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Northallerton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Northallerton trip today.
Local history museum covering Northallerton and district life, archaeology, and changing rural traditions in an accessible setting.
Strong contemporary and landscape photography gallery by a noted local photographer. Popular with art lovers visiting the town center.
Compact military museum on a working army site, telling the story of the Green Howards regiment and regional service history.
Northallerton’s broad main street, lined with historic buildings, markets, and independent shops. The essential place to start exploring.
Green public park with play areas and paths, popular for relaxed walks close to the town center.
Main shopping area anchored by the historic market street, useful for combining heritage buildings with everyday local life.
A rich Wensleydale cheese blended with sweet cranberries. It is strongly associated with nearby Wensleydale and widely enjoyed across North Yorkshire.
A traditional North Yorkshire pork pie, usually hand-raised with hot water crust pastry and seasoned pork filling. A classic market town snack and picnic food.
Thin slices of local roast beef served with Yorkshire pudding, gravy, roast potatoes, and vegetables. A beloved Sunday meal across Yorkshire.
Established town-centre bistro known for modern British cooking, steaks, and seafood in a polished but relaxed setting.
Popular local Indian restaurant with a long-standing reputation for curries, tandoori dishes, and attentive service.
Well-known traditional pub serving cask ales and classic British dishes in a friendly, historic coaching inn atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK: stays and dining are usually cheaper than major cities, while rail travel and some hotels can raise costs.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Northallerton Railway Station -> Northallerton High Street, Northallerton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Northallerton 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 Northallerton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Edinburgh to Northallerton trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Northallerton station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Northallerton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Northallerton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Northallerton.
Wi-Fi is available at Northallerton.
Ticket office support is available at Northallerton.
Available at Northallerton: Parking, WC.
Available at Northallerton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Northallerton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is available throughout the station, however customers should note that ramps are steep, and as such assistance cannot be provided for manual wheelchair users via the subway or to/from Platform 1. Station wheelchairs are not available at this location. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 05:15 - 19:45 Sunday: 09:00 - 19:45 This station is Category B2. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station (as per the exceptions outlined above), and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The self service ticket machine for purchasing tickets for travel today and collection of pre-paid tickets is located in the subway, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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