- Must visit
Wilberforce House Museum
Museum in Wilberforce’s birthplace exploring transatlantic slavery, resistance and abolition. Essential for understanding Hull’s role in this history.
Cheapest price
£67
Average price
£87
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 47 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
306 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Kingston upon Hull is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Kingston upon Hull will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £67.
To travel from Edinburgh to Kingston upon Hull you need to make at least one change.
W84901 · W84807
W84896 · W84795
G08180+
P24590
G08175+
P24435
C02042+
G89685
C02002+
G89688
C02015+
G89691
C02006+
G89693
C02042+
G89685
G08186+
P24446Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Kingston upon Hull among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £58. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £58, and a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 306 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£68 Average Price | £62 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Kingston upon Hull trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W84896 · W84795 | 6:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h13 | 12:25 Hull (HUL) | 1 change | |
C02042+ G89685 | 6:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h48 | 10:18 Hull (HUL) | 1 change | |
G08175+ P24435 | 7:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h50 | 10:50 Hull (HUL) | 1 change | |
C02002+ G89688 | 7:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h45 | 11:15 Hull (HUL) | 1 change | |
G08180+ P24590 | 8:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h50 | 11:50 Hull (HUL) | 1 change | |
W84901 · W84807 | 8:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h13 | 14:25 Hull (HUL) | 1 change | |
C02015+ G89691 | 8:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h46 | 12:16 Hull (HUL) | 1 change | |
G08186+ P24446 | 9:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h49 | 12:49 Hull (HUL) | 1 change | |
C02006+ G89693 | 9:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h46 | 13:16 Hull (HUL) | 1 change | |
G80049+ P24597 | 10:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h49 | 13:49 Hull (HUL) | 1 change | |
W29884+ W84807 | 10:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h20 | 14:25 Hull (HUL) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Edinburgh to Kingston upon Hull run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 306 km distance in 3h 44m.
Distance 306 km |
Average train duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 44m |
First train 4:59 |
Last train 23:28 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Kingston upon Hull — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kingston upon Hull trip today.
Museum in Wilberforce’s birthplace exploring transatlantic slavery, resistance and abolition. Essential for understanding Hull’s role in this history.
Streetlife presents transport history with vintage vehicles, cycles and recreated street scenes. A lively family-friendly museum in the old town.
Art gallery with paintings, sculpture and temporary exhibitions in a grand civic building. A strong choice for fine art and modern displays.
Historic heart of Hull with cobbled lanes, pubs, museums and churches. Best area for walking, architecture and a feel for the city’s past.
Marina district with waterside walks, boats and regenerated dock buildings. Popular for an easy stroll and attractive views near the centre.
Central gardens beside the Ferens and civic buildings, often used for events and public art. Handy for a pause between museums and shopping streets.
A classic Hull chip-shop dish: fish patties made from sliced potato with a layer of fish, battered and fried. It is a long-standing local favourite.
A larger version of the pattie, typically two patties sandwiched together, battered and fried. It is especially associated with Hull and East Yorkshire takeaways.
A savoury breadcake filled with seasoned pork, herbs and onion. It is a traditional East Yorkshire bakery item still found around Hull.
Smart restaurant serving modern British tasting menus in an intimate setting within the old town area.
Popular independent venue for seasonal small plates, cocktails and relaxed dining in Hull’s Fruit Market district.
Well-known traditional fish and chip shop, a good place to try Hull-style chip-shop favourites in a casual setting.
Kingston upon Hull is generally cheaper than larger UK cities. Hotels, casual dining and local transport are usually good value for tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis. Cafés usually do not expect tips.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Kingston upon Hull 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 Kingston upon Hull, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Edinburgh to Kingston upon Hull trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Hull station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Kingston upon Hull train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
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 storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: 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.
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: 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.
Hull has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Hull.
Wi-Fi is available at Hull. ATMs are available at Hull.
Ticket office support is available at Hull.
Available at Hull: Parking, WC.
Available at Hull: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hull: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149. Please be aware that this station has no 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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