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York to Edinburgh Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from York to Edinburgh, starting from 327,46 kr and averaging 310,71 kr. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 24m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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tis, 1 juli
From 517,93 kr
ons, 2 juli
From 456,62 kr
tors, 3 juli
From 469,66 kr
fre, 4 juli
From 476,18 kr
lör, 5 juli
From 424,00 kr
sön, 6 juli
From 377,04 kr
mån, 7 juli
From 327,46 kr

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
00:22 York	08:09 Edinburgh (Waverley)	7h 47m, Changes required	Find Tickets
02:36 York	09:41 Edinburgh (Waverley)	7h 5m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:17 York	11:37 Edinburgh (Waverley)	5h 20m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:27 York	09:05 Edinburgh (Waverley)	2h 38m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:36 York	09:24 Edinburgh (Waverley)	2h 48m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:13 York	10:07 Paris	2h 54m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

York to Edinburgh Train Route Details

First train

00:22

Last train

23:28

Departure station

York

Arrival station

Edinburgh

Journey time

2h 24m

Distance

259 km

Price

327,46 kr*

Train operators

CrossCountry, LNER, Lumo

How to book cheap train tickets from York to Edinburgh

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from York to Edinburgh during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from York to Edinburgh, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from York to Edinburgh ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from York to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

York to Edinburgh Train Ticket Types

Save money on your trip from York to Edinburgh with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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Trains from York to Edinburgh from 327,46 kr

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York to Edinburgh Train prices and times

York to Edinburgh Train Route Details