What is the cheapest way to get from York Station to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from York Station to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from York Station to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from York Station to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £65 - £130.

Is there a direct train between York Station and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from York and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from York Station to Edinburgh?

The distance between York Station and Edinburgh is 204 miles. The road distance is 185.8 miles.

How do I travel from York Station to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from York Station to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from York Station to Edinburgh?

The train from York to Edinburgh Waverley takes 2h 17m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the York Station to Edinburgh train from?

York Station to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from York station.

Where does the York Station to Edinburgh train arrive?

York Station to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from York Station to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between York Station to Edinburgh is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from York Station to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from York Station to Edinburgh?

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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There are 3 ways to get from York Station to Edinburgh by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from York to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 17m
£65–130
Drive 184.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from York Station to Edinburghcar 184.8 mi
3h 47m
£47–68
Train, fly
1. Take the train from York to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
4h 51m
£94–193

York Station to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 202.5 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between York Station, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from York to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £65–95 and the journey takes 2h 17m. Cross Country also services this route hourly.

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