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Trains from York (YRK) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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48

train journeys
per day

161

miles (259 kms)

2hrs 24 mins

fastest journey

00:12 / 00:15

first / last train

42

direct trains

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from York (YRK) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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On a typical weekday there are 48 scheduled rail journeys between York and Edinburgh Waverley , with 42 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 6 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from York to Edinburgh Waverley is approximately 161 miles (259 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 57 mins.

Lumo, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between York and Edinburgh Waverley.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being York to Edinburgh Waverley. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 24 mins.

Journeys from York to Edinburgh Waverley Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:12
    7 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    08:09
    York
    Edinburgh Waverley
    York to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:27
    2 hrs 36 mins Direct
    09:03
    York
    Edinburgh Waverley
    York to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:35
    2 hrs 49 mins Direct
    09:24
    York
    Edinburgh Waverley
    York to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:35
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    10:08
    York
    Edinburgh Waverley
    York to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:35
    2 hrs 45 mins Direct
    10:20
    York
    Edinburgh Waverley
    York to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:07
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    11:05
    York
    Edinburgh Waverley
    York to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:32
    2 hrs 36 mins Direct
    11:08
    York
    Edinburgh Waverley
    York to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:36
    2 hrs 38 mins Direct
    11:14
    York
    Edinburgh Waverley
    York to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:55
    2 hrs 25 mins Direct
    11:20
    York
    Edinburgh Waverley
    York to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:32
    2 hrs 34 mins Direct
    12:06
    York
    Edinburgh Waverley
    York to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:35
    2 hrs 39 mins Direct
    12:14
    York
    Edinburgh Waverley
    York to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:55
    2 hrs 28 mins Direct
    12:23
    York
    Edinburgh Waverley
    York to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:32
    2 hrs 32 mins Direct
    13:04
    York
    Edinburgh Waverley
    York to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:35
    2 hrs 37 mins Direct
    13:12
    York
    Edinburgh Waverley
    York to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:54
    2 hrs 27 mins Direct
    13:21
    York
    Edinburgh Waverley
    York to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:32
    2 hrs 36 mins Direct
    14:08
    York
    Edinburgh Waverley
    York to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:35
    2 hrs 40 mins Direct
    14:15
    York
    Edinburgh Waverley
    York to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:56
    2 hrs 26 mins Direct
    14:22
    York
    Edinburgh Waverley
    York to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:32
    2 hrs 29 mins Direct
    15:01
    York
    Edinburgh Waverley
    York to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:35
    2 hrs 34 mins Direct
    15:09
    York
    Edinburgh Waverley
    York to Edinburgh Waverley

About York Station

Station name York (YRK)
Address York station, Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between York and Edinburgh Waverley

The travel time between York and Edinburgh Waverley by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 57 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 24 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between York and Edinburgh Waverley vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 48 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

First class tickets on trains between York and Edinburgh Waverley typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between York and Edinburgh Waverley can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 42 direct services per day from York to Edinburgh Waverley

Lumo, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between York and Edinburgh Waverley.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between York and Edinburgh Waverley, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.