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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to York
Cheapest price
€34
Average price
€65
Fastest journey
2 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 14 m
Trains per day
48
Distance
260 km
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to York will cost around €65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
Of the 48 trains that leave Edinburgh for York on Tue, Aug 11, 44 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 11 the direct trains cover the 260 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 14 m .
On Tue, Aug 11 the slowest trains will take 2 h 14 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.
C020568:20 PM2h36Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:56 PMYork station (YRK)€341One-way0 transfers- C019609:00 PM2h59Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:59 PMYork station (YRK)€341One-way0 transfers
G011694:05 PM2h35Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:40 PMYork station (YRK)€411One-way0 transfers- G011705:04 PM2h35Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:39 PMYork station (YRK)€411One-way0 transfers
- G008426:04 PM2h33Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:37 PMYork station (YRK)€411One-way0 transfers
- G081869:00 AM2h14Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:14 AMYork station (YRK)€831One-way0 transfers
- G800803:00 PM2h14Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:14 PMYork station (YRK)€551One-way0 transfers
- C020704:00 PM2h14Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:14 PMYork station (YRK)€641One-way0 transfers
- G800915:00 PM2h14Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:14 PMYork station (YRK)€611One-way0 transfers
- G081757:00 AM2h14Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:14 AMYork station (YRK)€951One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Edinburgh to York
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. 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 train costs an average of €24, and a bus costs an average of €24.
Distance: 260 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€49 Average price Cheapest | €51 Average price |
3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to York train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to York trains for today, Monday, August 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C02002 | On time 7:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h22 | 9:52 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G08180 | On time 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h14 | 10:14 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29873 | Delayed 8:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h30 | 9:45 AM 9:45 AMYork station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02015 | On time 8:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h23 | 10:53 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G08186 | On time 9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h14 | 11:14 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01148 | On time 9:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h34 | 11:39 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 W85785 · G15907 | On time 9:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h53 | 12:01 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
| C02006 | On time 9:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h22 | 11:52 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G80049 | On time 10:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h14 | 12:14 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29884 | On time 10:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h34 | 12:39 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W85787 · G15922 | On time 10:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h53 | 1:01 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
| W85787+C01942 | On time 10:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h44 | 12:52 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
| G80055 | On time 11:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h14 | 1:14 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01153 | On time 11:04 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h35 | 1:39 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G80061 | On time 12:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h14 | 2:14 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01154 | On time 12:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h34 | 2:39 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W85790 · C24965 | On time 12:08 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h55 | 3:03 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
| W85790+C02007 | On time 12:08 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h45 | 2:53 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
| G80067 | On time 1:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h14 | 3:14 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01161 | On time 1:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h34 | 3:39 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02014 | On time 1:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h22 | 3:52 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G80073 | On time 2:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h14 | 4:14 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29909 | On time 2:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h34 | 4:38 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W85793 · C24972 | On time 2:08 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h53 | 5:01 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
| C02046 | On time 2:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h22 | 4:52 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G80080 | On time 3:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h14 | 5:14 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01166 | On time 3:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h35 | 5:39 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, August 11 | |||||
| G08170 | 5:37 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h16 | 7:53 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C01968 | 5:50 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h38 | 8:28 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29862 | 6:02 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h36 | 8:38 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02042 | 6:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h22 | 8:52 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G08175 | 7:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h14 | 9:14 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29868 | 7:03 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h35 | 9:38 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to York
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to York run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 260 km distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 260 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 12:25 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country from Edinburgh to York trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country trains will get you between Edinburgh and York from €24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to York
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to York
Most Edinburgh to York trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and York 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.
Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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Getting to York from York city centre
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: 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.
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