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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Great Ayton to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£119
Average price
£150
Fastest journey
3 h 17 m
Average duration
3 h 23 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
208 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Great Ayton to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Great Ayton to Edinburgh will cost around £150 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £119.
To travel from Great Ayton to Edinburgh you need to make at least 2 changes.
13:103h17Great Ayton16:27Edinburgh£1191One-way2 changes- 17:123h17Great Ayton20:29Edinburgh£1191One-way2 changes
- 21:033h31Great Ayton0:34Edinburgh£1191One-way2 changes
- 8:363h36Great Ayton12:12Edinburgh£1731One-way2 changes
- 9:533h17Great Ayton13:10Edinburgh£1731One-way2 changes
- 9:533h17Great Ayton13:10Edinburgh£1731One-way2 changes
- 13:103h17Great Ayton16:27Edinburgh£1191One-way2 changes
- 17:123h17Great Ayton20:29Edinburgh£1191One-way2 changes
- 21:033h31Great Ayton0:34Edinburgh£1191One-way2 changes
- 13:363h33Great Ayton17:09Edinburgh£1731One-way2 changes
Live departures
Great Ayton to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Great Ayton to Edinburgh trains for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:03 Great Ayton | 3h31 | 0:34 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
| 23:13 Great Ayton | 9h16 | 8:29 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 9 July | |||||
| 8:36 Great Ayton | 3h36 | 12:12 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
| 9:53 Great Ayton | 3h17 | 13:10 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
| 13:10 Great Ayton | 3h17 | 16:27 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
| 13:36 Great Ayton | 3h33 | 17:09 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
| 17:12 Great Ayton | 3h17 | 20:29 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
| 17:36 Great Ayton | 3h33 | 21:09 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Great Ayton to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Great Ayton to Edinburgh run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £119 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 17:30. The fastest train covers the 208 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 208 km |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £119 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 3h 15m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 17:30 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Northern Trains Limited from Great Ayton to Edinburgh trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Great Ayton and Edinburgh from £119. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Great Ayton to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Great Ayton to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Great Ayton and Edinburgh
Most Great Ayton to Edinburgh trains use the Great Ayton to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Great Ayton and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Great Ayton station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Great Ayton from Great Ayton city centre
Great Ayton is 1 km from Great Ayton city centre. Public transport options include:
Great Ayton train station facilities and services
Great Ayton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Great Ayton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Great Ayton: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Great Ayton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Great Ayton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Station is unstaffed, however no problems to get onto the only platform as it is step free. Step free access from car park to station entrance, however Car Park surface is loose shingle, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley 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 and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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