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Compare 3 ways to go from York to Edinburgh
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 2 hours 32 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from York to Edinburgh 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 York to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from York to Edinburgh start from $38. The average price for this train route is around $96. 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 York to Edinburgh?
The average train ride duration from York to Edinburgh is 2h 32m, covering a distance of 161 miles (259 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 17m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway.
Which train operators service the York to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 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 York to Edinburgh?
The earliest train departs from York to Edinburgh at 7:02am. And the latest train departs at 9:33pm.
What is the best train operator from York to Edinburgh?
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 York to Edinburgh?
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 York to Edinburgh?
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 York to Edinburgh?
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.
The cheapest trip from York to Edinburgh was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $43To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from York to Edinburgh, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $43 to $262 for a train ticket from York to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2025-12-16.
