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Easy travel between Edinburgh and York

Relax as the scenery of England and Scotland flashes by while you travel from York and Edinburgh.

Travelling with LNER means you'll arrive at your destination feeling refreshed and relaxed. With our price promise, you'll also get the best value tickets when you book direct on our app.
Average travel time
2h 34m
Distance
161 miles
Greener than a car by
330%

Our cheapest upcoming fares

Standard Class

Sunday 21 Apr 2024
From
£39.50

Standard Class

Wednesday 29 May 2024
From
£21.80

First Class

Saturday 4 May 2024
From
£48.50

Today's journeys

Upcoming direct journeys for York to Edinburgh

First train 17:56 Last train 17:56

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Hassle-free travel to Scotland's capital

Finding cheap train tickets from York to Edinburgh is simple with LNER. Our live train times will keep you in the know.

LNER trains arrive and depart at Edinburgh station, located on Princes Street, close to Edinburgh Castle.

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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

What is the cheapest way to get from York to Edinburgh by train?

You can usually find the cheapest tickets to Edinburgh from York by choosing Advance singles rather than a Flexible option. The smart thing to do is set up a Ticket Alert so you know when you can buy what you want. Found a better price elsewhere? We’ll match it and refund the difference and we won’t charge you a booking fee either.

Are there direct trains from York to Edinburgh?

A number of direct services are available but don't forget that LNER offers frequent, clean and comfortable trains with free Wi-Fi, plug socks and food onboard. There are two trains every hour and a journey of roughly two and a half hours.

Which rail lines go through York?

The principal train line through York station is the East Coast mainline.

Which rail lines go through Edinburgh?

The principal train lines through Edinburgh station are the East Coast mainline, West Coast mainline & Highland.

Can you buy a Season Ticket between York and Edinburgh?

From seven days to twelve months, we offer a lot of Season Ticket options for the traveller going from York to Edinburgh.

Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?

Students studying full time can save up to 40% on LNER tickets via UniDAYS. All you need to do is log in to your UNiDAYS account on our UNiDAYS offer page, then find the discount label on tickets.

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.

Change of plans form

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 York and Edinburgh?

When booking your journey from York to Edinburgh, it is worth noting that LNER offers you a variety of route options, each providing a unique travel experience. Here are the stops on each route:

Route 1:
Northallerton
Darlington
Durham
Newcastle
Morpeth
Alnmouth

Route 2:
Darlington
Newcastle
Berwick-upon-Tweed

Route 3:
Northallerton
Darlington
Durham
Newcastle

Route 4:
Northallerton
Darlington
Durham
Newcastle
Alnmouth

Whether you prefer a more direct route or one with a few more stops along the way, LNER will see to it that your journey from York to Edinburgh is both comfortable and memorable. Enjoy the trip!

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