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Explore cheap prices from York to Edinburgh
Here are this week's cheapest tickets from York to Edinburgh, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.
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York to Edinburgh Train prices and times
Looking to travel from York to Edinburgh? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as SAR 196.96, with average prices for this route around SAR 120.59.
To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
- الجمعة, 30 مايوFrom SAR 234.93
- السبت, 31 مايوFrom SAR 201.01
- الأحد, 1 يونيوFrom SAR 210.12
- الاثنين, 2 يونيوFrom SAR 260.75
- الثلاثاء, 3 يونيوFrom SAR 196.96
- الأربعاء, 4 يونيوFrom SAR 211.13
- الخميس, 5 يونيوFrom SAR 237.46
Departure | Arrival | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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00:22 York | 08:09 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 7h 47m, Changes required | ![]() | Find Tickets |
01:32 York | 08:26 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 6h 54m, Changes required | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
01:32 York | 08:49 Edinburgh Gateway | 7h 17m, Changes required | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
02:36 York | 09:41 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 7h 5m, Changes required | ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:45 York | 11:37 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 5h 52m, Changes required | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:27 York | 09:05 Paris | 2h 38m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
York to Edinburgh Train Route Details

First train
00:22

Last train
23:39

Journey time
2h 24m

Distance
259 km

Price
SAR 196.96*
How to book cheap train tickets from York to Edinburgh

Traveling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from York to Edinburgh during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from York to Edinburgh, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from York to Edinburgh ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from York to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
York to Edinburgh Train Ticket Types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak Train Tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.Return train tickets
Valid for both an outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
Why Book Train Tickets With Trip.com?
*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.