4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrogate to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
3 h 17 m
Average duration
3 h 23 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harrogate to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Harrogate to Edinburgh will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
To travel from Harrogate to Edinburgh you need to make at least one change.
G80205+
C322129:133h17Harrogate station (HGT)12:30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£581One-way1 change- G80199+C322098:133h20Harrogate station (HGT)11:33Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£681One-way1 change
- G80211+C3221610:123h20Harrogate station (HGT)13:32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£721One-way1 change
G01060+C3221910:423h28Harrogate station (HGT)14:10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£811One-way1 change- G01055+C322118:443h28Harrogate station (HGT)12:12Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£811One-way1 change
- G80205+C322129:133h17Harrogate station (HGT)12:30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£581One-way1 change
- G80211+C3221610:123h20Harrogate station (HGT)13:32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£721One-way1 change
- G80199+C322098:133h20Harrogate station (HGT)11:33Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£681One-way1 change
- G01060+C3221910:423h28Harrogate station (HGT)14:10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£811One-way1 change
- G01055+C322118:443h28Harrogate station (HGT)12:12Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£811One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Harrogate to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrogate to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 242 km
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£64 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Harrogate to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrogate to Edinburgh trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G85810+G80208+ G16205 | On time 8:55 Harrogate station (HGT) | 3h44 | 12:39 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| C32214+G01058 | On time 9:42 Harrogate station (HGT) | 3h28 | 13:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| C32217+G80212 | On time 10:12 Harrogate station (HGT) | 3h19 | 13:31 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| C32218+G66991 | On time 10:42 Harrogate station (HGT) | 3h25 | 14:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| C32220+G80217 | On time 11:12 Harrogate station (HGT) | 3h15 | 14:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| C32222+G01063 | On time 11:43 Harrogate station (HGT) | 3h27 | 15:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrogate to Edinburgh
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Trains from Harrogate to Edinburgh run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 21:12. The fastest train covers the 242 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 242 km |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 15m |
First train 5:29 |
Last train 21:12 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Trains Limited from Harrogate to Edinburgh trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Harrogate and Edinburgh from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Harrogate to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrogate 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 Harrogate and Edinburgh
Most Harrogate to Edinburgh trains use the Harrogate to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Harrogate and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Harrogate station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Harrogate from Harrogate city centre
Harrogate train station facilities and services
Harrogate has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Harrogate.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Harrogate. ATMs are available at Harrogate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Harrogate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Harrogate: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Harrogate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Harrogate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Level access to both platforms via separate entrances. Lifts between platforms are available from first to last train, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Disabled user friendly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Starbeck from Harrogate city centre
Starbeck is 2 km from Harrogate city centre. Public transport options include:
Starbeck train station facilities and services
Starbeck 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 Starbeck.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Starbeck: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Starbeck: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Starbeck: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Step-free access to both platforms via short ramps from separate entrances. Step-free access between platforms via subway with fairly steep ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Hornbeam Park from Harrogate city centre
Hornbeam Park is 1 km from Harrogate city centre. Public transport options include:
Hornbeam Park train station facilities and services
Hornbeam Park 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 Hornbeam Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hornbeam Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hornbeam Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hornbeam Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level access to LDS platform. Gently-sloping ramp to YRK platform, 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 ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. 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: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, 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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