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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Settle
Cheapest price
$148
Average price
$243
Fastest journey
2 h 42 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Settle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Settle will cost around $243 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $148.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Settle without transferring at least once.
10:51 AM3h11Edinburgh2:02 PMSettle$1481One-way1 transfer- 12:51 PM4h07Edinburgh4:58 PMSettle$1481One-way1 transfer
- 2:51 PM2h42Edinburgh5:33 PMSettle$1481One-way1 transfer
- 4:51 PM3h59Edinburgh8:50 PMSettle$1481One-way1 transfer
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9:30 AM4h01Edinburgh1:31 PMSettle$2101One-way2 transfers
- 2:51 PM2h42Edinburgh5:33 PMSettle$1481One-way1 transfer
- 10:51 AM3h11Edinburgh2:02 PMSettle$1481One-way1 transfer
- 4:00 PM3h52Edinburgh7:52 PMSettle$2101One-way2 transfers
- 4:51 PM3h59Edinburgh8:50 PMSettle$1481One-way1 transfer
- 9:30 AM4h01Edinburgh1:31 PMSettle$2101One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Settle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Settle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 134 miles (217 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$73 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Settle:
A bus is $23 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Settle costing on average $73 (€60).
Other travel options to Settle take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 6m.
You'll arrive about 48m sooner (2h 51m by train vs 3h 39m by car). Tickets start at around $73 (€60) compared to roughly $60 (€49) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Settle train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Settle trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 8:05 AM Edinburgh | 5h11 | 1:16 PM Settle | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 9:05 AM Edinburgh | 5h00 | 2:05 PM Settle | 0 transfersDirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Settle.
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Why book with Omio over Trip, Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Settle.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh to Settle.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Settle
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Settle run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 19:18. The fastest train covers the 134 miles (217 km) distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 134 miles (217 km) |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 5:52 AM |
Last train 7:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Settle trainsNorthern Rail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Settle from $23 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail
Caledonian Sleeper
Avanti West Coast
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Cross Country
TransPennine Express
FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Settle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Settle 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 Settle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Settle
Most Edinburgh to Settle trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Settle station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Settle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley 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 and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Which Settle station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Settle from Settle city centre
Settle train station facilities and services
Settle has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Settle.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Settle.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Settle: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Settle: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Settle: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step-free Access to platform 2 (to Carlisle is via a staff operated pedestrian foot crossing (Barrow Crossing). When un-staffed, access to platform 2 is via a stepped footbridge. Level access from booking office, car park and station entrance to platform 1 (to Leeds). If you are unable to use the stairs and are travelling outside of staffing hours please contact 0800 138 5560 for advice on alternative accessible road transport, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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