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Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Yarm
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Yarm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $58.
Distance: 123 miles (199 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$58 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Yarm:
A bus is $26 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Yarm costing on average $58 (€47).
Other travel options to Yarm take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 40m.
You'll arrive about 1h 5m sooner (2h 17m by train vs 3h 22m by car). Tickets start at around $58 (€47) compared to roughly $53 (€43) 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Yarm
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Yarm run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $58 (€47) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 123 miles (199 km) distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 123 miles (199 km) |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€47) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 5:48 AM |
Last train 8:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Yarm trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Yarm from $32 (€26). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Cross Country
TransPennine Express
FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Yarm
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Yarm 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 Yarm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Yarm
Most Edinburgh to Yarm trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Yarm station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Yarm 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.
Which Yarm station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Yarm from Yarm city centre
Yarm is 1 km from Yarm city centre. Public transport options include:
Yarm train station facilities and services
Yarm has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Yarm.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Yarm: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Yarm: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Yarm: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Ramped access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. This station is unstaffed. This station is Category A. 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 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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