The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Harrogate
- Cheapest price on Nov 12
- €67
- Average ticket price on Nov 12
- €76
- Fastest journey on Nov 12
- 3 h 18 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 12
- 3 h 23 m
- Trains on Nov 12
- 3
- Distance
- 242 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Harrogate is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Harrogate will cost around €76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €67.
On Thu, Nov 12, we found 3 trains from Edinburgh to Harrogate, including 3 direct services.
On Thu, Nov 12 the direct trains cover the 242 km distance in an average of 3 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 18 m .
On Thu, Nov 12 the slowest trains will take 3 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

5:50 AM 3h30 Edinburgh 9:20 AM Harrogate €67 1 One-way 0 transfers
9:00 AM 3h20 Edinburgh 12:20 PM Harrogate €80 1 One-way 0 transfers
7:30 AM 3h18 Edinburgh 10:48 AM Harrogate €80 1 One-way 0 transfers

7:30 AM 3h18 Edinburgh 10:48 AM Harrogate €80 1 One-way 0 transfers
9:00 AM 3h20 Edinburgh 12:20 PM Harrogate €80 1 One-way 0 transfers
5:50 AM 3h30 Edinburgh 9:20 AM Harrogate €67 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Harrogate
Trains from Edinburgh to Harrogate run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €41 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 242 km distance in 2h 48m.
Distance 242 km |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €41 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 5:37 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Harrogate train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Harrogate trains for today, Wednesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:30 AM Edinburgh | 3h18 | 10:48 AM Harrogate | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Edinburgh | 3h20 | 12:20 PM Harrogate | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Edinburgh and Harrogate
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Harrogate
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Harrogate 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 Harrogate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Harrogate
Most Edinburgh to Harrogate trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Harrogate station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Harrogate train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Which Harrogate station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
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.
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