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National Museum of Scotland
National museum covering science, design, world cultures and Scottish history. Excellent for varied collections and a dramatic central hall.
Cheapest price
£148
Average price
£154
Fastest journey
3 h 4 m
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Malton to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malton to Edinburgh will cost around £154 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £148.
To travel from Malton to Edinburgh you need to make at least one change.










The table below shows live departures for Malton to Edinburgh trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:12 Malton | 3h18 | 11:30 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:18 Malton | 3h09 | 12:27 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:17 Malton | 3h12 | 13:29 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:18 Malton | 3h09 | 14:27 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:18 Malton | 3h13 | 15:31 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:18 Malton | 3h09 | 16:27 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:18 Malton | 3h10 | 17:28 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:18 Malton | 3h10 | 18:28 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:18 Malton | 3h12 | 19:30 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:18 Malton | 3h11 | 20:29 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:16 Malton | 3h15 | 21:31 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:18 Malton | 3h14 | 22:32 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:18 Malton | 3h14 | 23:32 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:19 Malton | 3h16 | 0:35 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 23:09 Malton | 9h20 | 8:29 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:06 Malton | 3h04 | 9:10 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
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Trains from Malton to Edinburgh run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £148 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 253 km distance in 3h 4m.
Distance 253 km |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £148 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 5:37 |
Last train 20:20 |
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Best time to book 7 days |
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National museum covering science, design, world cultures and Scottish history. Excellent for varied collections and a dramatic central hall.
Major art gallery with Scottish and international works from the Renaissance to the late nineteenth century, beside Princes Street Gardens.
Contemporary art gallery in a converted schoolhouse, known for thoughtful exhibitions by Scottish and international artists near the Royal Mile.
Historic street linking the castle and Holyroodhouse, lined with closes, shops and public buildings. Ideal for first-time visitors on foot.
Extinct volcano with popular walking routes and broad views over the city and coast. A rewarding outdoor escape close to the centre.
Large public gardens below the castle, good for a break between Old and New Town sights, with monuments, lawns and seasonal planting.
A rich Scottish soup of smoked haddock, potatoes and onions, closely associated with east coast cooking and widely enjoyed in Edinburgh.
Scotland’s iconic savoury pudding of sheep’s offal, oats and spices, traditionally served with neeps and tatties at Burns suppers.
A classic Scottish dessert of raspberries, whipped cream, honey and toasted oats, often linked with soft fruit from eastern Scotland.
Elegant dining room serving refined Scottish tasting menus focused on seasonal produce in a calm central setting.
Popular traditional restaurant near the Castle, specialising in haggis, game and hearty Scottish comfort food.
Stylish brasserie and oyster bar with Scottish seafood, shellfish and classic dishes in a grand city-centre space.
Moderate for the UK. Rooms and dining are pricier in peak season, but buses are affordable and budget eats are easy to find.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés and pubs usually do not expect tips.
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Edinburgh Waverley -> Princes Street, Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malton 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.

Most Malton to Edinburgh trains use the Malton to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Malton and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Malton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Malton.
Wi-Fi is available at Malton.
Ticket office support is available at Malton.
Available at Malton: Parking.
Available at Malton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to the platform. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:30 - 19:45 Sunday: 09:30 - 19:45 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 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided, 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: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
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