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from $54
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WedApr 30
from $51
ThuMay 1

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: York
    Departure location: York
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Waverley
    Operated by: London North Eastern RailwayLondon North Eastern Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: York
    Departure location: York
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Waverley
    Operated by: London North Eastern RailwayLondon North Eastern Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: York
    Departure location: York
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Waverley
    Operated by: London North Eastern RailwayLondon North Eastern Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: York
    Departure location: York
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Waverley
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: York
    Departure location: York
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Waverley
    Operated by: London North Eastern RailwayLondon North Eastern Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train York to Edinburgh: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$98
Average train trip duration2h 36m
Number of daily trains12
Earliest train departure7:35am
Distance161 miles (259 km)
Latest train departure6:57pm

York to Edinburgh Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04/22
$77
04/23
$76
Today
$58
04/25
$61
04/26
$48
04/27
$55
04/28
$58
04/29
$55
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from York to Edinburgh was searched and found on Apr 26, 2025 with a price of $48

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from York to Edinburgh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $48 to $268 for a train ticket from York to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-04-26.

Usually RDG_CROSSCOUNTRY will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from York to Edinburgh is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Edinburgh, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between York and Edinburgh compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

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Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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