Where do people depart from and arrive in when traveling from Edinburgh to York?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Edinburgh to York: Trains mostly depart from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and arrive in York station (YRK). Buses mostly depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arrive in York, Station Rd.

Which travel companies can get me from Edinburgh to York?

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Edinburgh to York, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you: Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to York by bus. Travel with London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country to go to York by train.

Can I find a direct route between Edinburgh and York?

Yes, there is a direct route available from Edinburgh to York: 8 direct trains per day with London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country.

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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $60 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $60, while a bus costs an average of $62.

Distance: 161 miles (260 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus	Driving
$60 Average price Cheapest	$62 Average price	$115 Average price (fuel + tolls)
3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 22m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Your own car or car rental
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Edinburgh to York is a train with an average price of $60.

This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to York:

A train is $2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Edinburgh to York costing on average $62.

The fastest way to travel from Edinburgh to York is by train with an average journey time of 3h 5m.

Other travel options to York take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 22m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Edinburgh and York including taking a bus and train.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Edinburgh to York among Omio's users.

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How to get from Edinburgh to York by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Edinburgh to York is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

G15895 · C24952
5:43 AM4h18
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
10:01 AMYork station (YRK)
$391One-way
1 transfer

Cheapest

G15895 · C24952
5:43 AM4h18
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
10:01 AMYork station (YRK)
$391One-way
1 transfer

Fastest

C02070
4:00 PM2h14
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
6:14 PMYork station (YRK)
$651One-way
0 transfers

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Bus

C02056
8:20 PM2h36
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
10:56 PMYork station (YRK)
$421One-way
0 transfers
C01960
9:00 PM2h59
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
11:59 PMYork station (YRK)
$421One-way
0 transfers
G16194 · G16008
11:24 PM6h13
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
5:37 AMYork station (YRK)
$431One-way
1 transfer

NX180 · YC840
9:10 PM10h51
Edinburgh, Bus Station
8:01 AMYork, Station Rd
$621One-way
1 transfer
NX183 · YC843
11:45 AM6h56
Edinburgh, Bus Station
6:41 PMYork, Station Rd
$711One-way
1 transfer
NX591 · YC843
10:35 AM7h30
Edinburgh, Bus Station
6:05 PMYork, Station Rd
$711One-way
1 transfer

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Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Edinburgh to York, 100,00% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Edinburgh to York and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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There are 2 options to travel between Edinburgh and York including taking a bus and train.

The cheapest way to travel from Edinburgh to York is a train with an average price of $60.

This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to York:

A train is $2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Edinburgh to York costing on average $62.

The fastest way to travel from Edinburgh to York is by train with an average journey time of 3h 5m.

Other travel options to York take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 22m.

The distance from Edinburgh to York is approximately 161 miles (260 km).

The average frequency per day from Edinburgh to York is:

Around 9 trains per day.
Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Edinburgh and York as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Edinburgh to York:

Trains mostly depart from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and arrive in York station (YRK).
Buses mostly depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arrive in York, Station Rd.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Edinburgh to York, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to York by bus.
Travel with London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country to go to York by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Edinburgh to York:

8 direct trains per day with London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country.

Omio customers who travel from Edinburgh to York often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Leeds, Whitby, Harrogate. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between York and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in York to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In York, you can explore the York Castle Museum to learn about the city's social history, walk the scenic York City Walls, and visit the York Art Gallery to see diverse art collections. A boat tour on the River Ouse offers a unique city perspective, while ghost tours delve into York's haunted past. Must-see sights include York Minster with its stunning architecture, The Shambles street, Clifford's Tower for panoramic views, Jorvik Viking Centre for Viking heritage, and the National Railway Museum with its historic trains.

For a fulfilling visit to York, plan to spend around 2 to 3 days. This allows time to explore key attractions like York Minster, the Shambles, and the city walls, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.

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