The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
$73
Average price
$85
Fastest journey
2 h 24 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
260 km
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Edinburgh will cost around $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
Of the 6 trains that leave York for Edinburgh on Wed, Nov 26, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 26 the direct trains cover the 260 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 24 m .
On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest trains will take 2 h 38 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.
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P00135
C23647
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P00134Travel Information
Compare train and bus for York to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €34, and a train costs an average of €34.
Distance: 161 miles (260 km)
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3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
York to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for York to Edinburgh trains for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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P00122+ C26683 | On time 8:07 AM York station (YRK) | 2h58 | 11:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
C23644 | On time 8:32 AM York station (YRK) | 2h36 | 11:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P00134 | On time 8:36 AM York station (YRK) | 2h38 | 11:14 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P00135 | On time 8:56 AM York station (YRK) | 2h24 | 11:20 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23647 | On time 9:32 AM York station (YRK) | 2h35 | 12:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23413 | On time 9:35 AM York station (YRK) | 2h39 | 12:14 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 26 | |||||
![]() | 5:27 AM York | 2h38 | 8:05 AM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:36 AM York | 2h48 | 8:24 AM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book York to Edinburgh trains with Omio?
LNER as well as CrossCountry, TransPennine Express and Lumo 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 LNER?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for LNER, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, TransPennine Express and Lumo to find the best option for your trip from York to Edinburgh.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare LNER with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from York to Edinburgh.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While LNER tickets can be bought on LNER's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of CrossCountry, TransPennine Express and Lumo to help you choose the right option for your journey from York to Edinburgh.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Edinburgh
Trains from York to Edinburgh run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€34) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:00, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 161 miles (260 km) distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 161 miles (260 km) |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€34) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 03:00 |
Last train 23:28 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from York to Edinburgh start from as low as $41 (€34) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $71 (€58) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 10 daily trains from York to Edinburgh with 8 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 2h 25m but the average duration is 3h 3m
Train Operators
- Travel from York to Edinburgh with LNER, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Lumo, and Avanti West Coast
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is LNER.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from York station (YRK) and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
- First train typically departs at 03:00 AM and the last at 11:28 PM
Train companies: LNER, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from York to Edinburgh trainsLNER, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between York and Edinburgh from $41 (€34). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Train tickets from York to Edinburgh: when to book to save $
The rule of buying in advance to save money is not only valid when booking a flight but also for train travel. Train tickets are generally on sale 6 months before the departure date. Some train booking tips from us:
- Buying your train ticket from York - Edinburgh 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 24% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
- If you book a ticket York - Edinburgh with 2 months in advance you save up to about 24% compared to the initial price.
- By booking 3 months in advance, you could save up to 24%.
- On Omio you can find all offers, train times and prices for train travel in Europe, the U.S., and Canada.
FAQs: Trains from York to Edinburgh
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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from York to Edinburgh
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Milton Road East-West bound
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
- Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Platform 2 bus stop, adjacent to Herminston Gate
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- 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.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Slateford Road at Platform 2 stair exit
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:10 - 00:10 Sunday 08:40 - 00:10
- Car Park: No
- 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Shelter/Room. The toilet facilities are only available during ticket office opening hours.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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: Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stops outside the station
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