How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to York?

The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to York start from $35. The average price for this train route is around $89. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to York?

The average train ride duration from Edinburgh to York is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 161 miles (259 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 14m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway .

Which train operators service the Edinburgh to York route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from London North Eastern Railway , CrossCountry , Transpennine Express .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Edinburgh to York?

The earliest train departs from Edinburgh to York at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 9:00pm.

What is the best train operator from Edinburgh to York?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to York?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Edinburgh to York?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh to York?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Train Edinburgh to York from $36

Next train departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to York on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30pm	Waverley	2h 27m	6:57pm	York	Cheapest
Train	7:30am	Waverley	2h 22m	9:52am	York	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Waverley	2h 30m	9:30am	York	No tags
Train	7:04am	Waverley	2h 33m	9:37am	York	No tags
Train	7:00am	Waverley	2h 30m	9:30am	York	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to York on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:00pm	Waverley	2h 30m	5:30pm	York	Cheapest
Train	7:30am	Waverley	2h 24m	9:54am	York	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Waverley	2h 30m	9:30am	York	No tags
Train	7:04am	Waverley	2h 34m	9:38am	York	No tags
Train	7:00am	Waverley	2h 30m	9:30am	York	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to York on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:30pm	Waverley	2h 22m	5:52pm	York	Cheapest
Train	10:00am	Waverley	2h 14m	12:14pm	York	Fastest
Train	8:55am	Waverley	2h 18m	11:13am	York	No tags
Train	9:08am	Waverley	2h 29m	11:37am	York	No tags
Train	8:55am	Waverley	2h 18m	11:13am	York	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to York on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:03am	Waverley	2h 35m	9:38am	York	Cheapest
Train	7:00am	Waverley	2h 14m	9:14am	York	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Waverley	2h 14m	9:14am	York	No tags
Train	7:03am	Waverley	2h 35m	9:38am	York	No tags
Train	7:30am	Waverley	2h 22m	9:52am	York	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to York on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:03am	Waverley	2h 35m	9:38am	York	Cheapest
Train	7:00am	Waverley	2h 14m	9:14am	York	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Waverley	2h 14m	9:14am	York	No tags
Train	7:03am	Waverley	2h 35m	9:38am	York	No tags
Train	7:30am	Waverley	2h 22m	9:52am	York	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:41 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to York

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach York. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4hAverage Duration

161 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$35 - $55	Average Duration11h 15m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$35 - $273	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$26 - $37	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

London North Eastern Railway

4/531 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi5

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

Transpennine Express

3.5/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Edinburgh to York by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to York?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to York start from $35. The average price for this train route is around $89. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to York?
The average train ride duration from Edinburgh to York is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 161 miles (259 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 14m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway.
Which train operators service the Edinburgh to York route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Edinburgh to York?
The earliest train departs from Edinburgh to York at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 9:00pm.
What is the best train operator from Edinburgh to York?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to York?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Edinburgh to York?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh to York?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/09

$69

12/10

$74

Today

$65

12/12

$68

12/13

$64

12/14

$70

12/15

$48

12/16

$48

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to York was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $48

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Edinburgh to York, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $48 to $202 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to York based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-12-15.

Usually CrossCountry will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.