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Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to York

Showing times and prices for 14 Feb

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest
London North Eastern RailwayC71415
09:302h24
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
11:54York station (YRK)
£511One-way
0 changes
London North Eastern RailwayC71408
08:002h30
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
10:30York station (YRK)
£621One-way
0 changes
Cross CountryC65990
08:072h31
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
10:38York station (YRK)
£631One-way
0 changes
London North Eastern RailwayC71412
09:002h30
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
11:30York station (YRK)
£661One-way
0 changes
London North Eastern RailwayC71410
08:302h24
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
10:54York station (YRK)
£691One-way
0 changes

Edinburgh to York train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday 14 February
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
London North Eastern Railway
C71408
London North Eastern RailwayC71408		08:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2h30 10:30 York station (YRK)0 changesDirect
Cross Country
C65990
Cross CountryC65990		08:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2h31 10:38 York station (YRK)0 changesDirect
London North Eastern Railway
C71410
London North Eastern RailwayC71410		08:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2h24 10:54 York station (YRK)0 changesDirect
London North Eastern Railway
C71412
London North Eastern RailwayC71412		09:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2h30 11:30 York station (YRK)0 changesDirect
Cross Country
C65993
Cross CountryC65993		09:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2h30 11:37 York station (YRK)0 changesDirect
London North Eastern Railway
C71415
London North Eastern RailwayC71415		09:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2h24 11:54 York station (YRK)0 changesDirect

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The best time to book your train from Edinburgh to York is days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Edinburgh to York route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Edinburgh to York per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Edinburgh to York.

Train times from Edinburgh to York

Showing times and prices for 14 Feb

Fastest Journey

2 h 24 m

Average

2 h 28 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

260 km

Of the 6 trains that leave Edinburgh for York every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
London North Eastern RailwayC71410
08:302h24
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
10:54York station (YRK)
£691One-way
0 changes
Fastest
London North Eastern RailwayC71415
09:302h24
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
11:54York station (YRK)
£511One-way
0 changes
London North Eastern RailwayC71408
08:002h30
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
10:30York station (YRK)
£621One-way
0 changes
London North Eastern RailwayC71412
09:002h30
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
11:30York station (YRK)
£661One-way
0 changes
Cross CountryC65993
09:072h30
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
11:37York station (YRK)
£861One-way
0 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Edinburgh to York

Trains from Edinburgh to York run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £20 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £20
Distance
259 km
Average train duration
2h 28m
Cheapest ticket price
£24
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
8
Train providers
3
Fastest train
2h 24m
First train
03:10
Last train
21:53
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £20

Train providers: East Coast, CrossCountry and TransPennine Express trains Edinburgh to York

Find the best trains between Edinburgh and York with Omio's travel partners East Coast, CrossCountry and TransPennine Express from £30. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.

Train information from Edinburgh to York with East Coast:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 24 min
  • Cheapest Price: £30
  • East Coast frequency: 16 a day

Trains from Edinburgh to York

Taking trains from Edinburgh to York is straightforward on routes provided by CrossCountry and Virgin trains East Coast. The first departure is at around 6:00 a.m., getting into York approximately 2.5 hours later. There are then three departures an hour throughout the day until the last train leaves at about 9:00 p.m. Please note the 8:00 p.m. train involves a connection at Newcastle and has a slightly longer journey time of around 3 hours. There is a reduced service on Sundays. Trains depart from Edinburgh Waverley Station and arrive at York Station.

FAQs: Edinburgh to York train

FAQs: Travel by train from Edinburgh to York easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to York.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to York can start from as little as £27 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Edinburgh to York is £47; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Edinburgh to York is 2 h 24 min   to travel the 161 mile long route, with around there are 8 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Edinburgh to York leaves at 00: 22. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Edinburgh to York leaves at 21: 53.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Edinburgh to York without having to change trains with LNER or first_transpennine_express. There are 8 direct trains from Edinburgh to York each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a train from Edinburgh to York, you can count on LNER, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express or first_transpennine_express for the best way to get you to York. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Edinburgh and York and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 53.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Edinburgh Waverley, which is located around 0.4 miles (727 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at York, located 0.5 miles (787 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to York from Edinburgh is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 24 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Edinburgh to York is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Edinburgh and York including taking a train or coach.

Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and York

Edinburgh
York
The major train station for departures in Edinburgh is Haymarket. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Haymarket for your trip from Edinburgh to York.
HaymarketWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket Office
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
address
Address
Haymarket station, Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH12 5EY
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
Public transport options for Haymarket
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
Edinburgh WaverleyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket Office
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
address
Address
Princes St, Edinburgh EH1 1BB, United Kingdom
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
  • Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
Lockers
  • You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
Dining
Dining
  • Bagel Factory
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Costa Coffee
  • JD Wetherspoon
  • The Pasty Shop
  • The Beer House
  • M&S
  • Pret a Manger
Taxis
Taxis
  • 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.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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.
WC
WC
  • 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,
Hotel
Hotel
  • Old Waverley Hotel
  • Jurys Inn Edinburgh
  • The Scotsman Hotel
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
  • Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Public transport options for Edinburgh Waverley
  • 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.
The major train station for arrivals in York is York. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at York for your journey to York from Edinburgh.
YorkWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket Office
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
address
Address
York station, Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 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
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
Public transport options for York
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel

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