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Easy travel between Edinburgh and York

Relax and watch the beautiful scenery of England and Scotland fly past the windows as you speed between Edinburgh and York.

Our refreshments and comfy seats will have you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated when you arrive. Plus, with LNER's cheap Advance tickets, you'll have plenty of spending money left!
Average travel time
2h 29m
Distance
161 miles
Greener than a car by
330%

Our cheapest upcoming fares

Standard Class

Sunday 28 Apr 2024
From
£30.90

Standard Class

Tuesday 14 May 2024
From
£24.30

First Class

Friday 24 May 2024
From
£45.10

Today's journeys

Upcoming direct journeys for Edinburgh to York

First train 05:48 Last train 19:00

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London North Eastern Railway from Edinburgh to London Kings Cross

Visit York, where history comes alive

If you're canny, you can easily find cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to York and back, with timetables updated in real time.

LNER trains arrive and depart at York station, located on Station Road, close to the City Walls and the River Ouse.

Things to do in York

Whether you're looking for inspiration before you book your ticket to York or you're already on the train, these handy guides are here to help.

Places to eat in York

York has traditional tasty treats, world-class world food and street food that will make your mouth water.

Shopping in York

York is a shopper’s dream – its historic cobbled streets offer everything from quirky independent stores and heritage brands to high street chains.

Get a little extra with your journey

No only will you never pay a booking fee when you book your ticket with LNER, you can also sign up for LNER Perks.

When you sign up for Perks, you'll get:

  • Get £5 free to spend on your next journey
  • 2% back on all LNER  journeys

Download the LNER app or find out more about LNER Perks and sign up today.

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RELATED FAQS

Are there direct trains between Edinburgh and York?

Yes, there are direct LNER trains from Edinburgh to York with a journey that usually takes just over 2h 29m. During the week, there are approximately 19 direct LNER trains per day between 05:48 to 21:00. Yes, there are direct LNER trains from Edinburgh to York with a journey that usually takes just over 2h 29m.

During the week, there are approximately 19 direct LNER trains per day between 05:48 to 21:00.

Which rail lines go through York?

The main train lines running through York station are LNER, CrossCountry, Northern Trains, Grand Central, and TransPennine Express.

Can you buy a Season Ticket between Edinburgh and York?

Unfortunately, no Season Tickets are available at the moment for this journey.

How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?

Cancelled train

In the rare event that your train is cancelled, we offer full refunds (assuming you don't take an alternative train). Be sure to apply for the refund within 28 days of the cancelled journey date.

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If you meet these conditions, follow these steps for your refund:

- Swipe down the page and click on ‘Amend journey’ or ‘Request a refund’

- Notify us of the reason for the refund request by pressing 'My train was cancelled' and then ‘Continue’

- Enter your details and submit your request

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Already collected your tickets or had them posted to you?

If you’ve already received your printed tickets, you'll need to fill in our Change of Plans form and follow the instructions included.

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Was your train delayed by at least 30 minutes?

On our Delay Repay page, you can learn about compensation if your train is delayed. For future LNER journeys, book through our website or app, then choose One-Click Delay Repay to ensure claiming for a delayed journey is as easy as possible.

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What are the train stops between Edinburgh and York?

When travelling from Edinburgh to York, you'll find an array of route options, each offering a unique travel experience. Here are the stops on each route:

Route 1:
Alnmouth
Morpeth
Newcastle
Durham
Darlington
Northallerton

Route 2:
Berwick-upon-Tweed
Newcastle
Darlington

Route 3:
Newcastle
Durham
Darlington
Northallerton

Route 4:
Alnmouth
Newcastle
Durham
Darlington
Northallerton

Whether you opt for a more direct route or one with a few stops along the way, LNER will ensure your journey from Edinburgh to York is smooth and comfortable. Bon voyage!
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Do you offer a student discount?

Full time students can save 40% on LNER tickets through UniDAYS. Login to your UNiDAYS account on our UNiDAYS offer page and then look for the discount label on tickets.

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