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Trip Overview

The average train between Headingley and Edinburgh takes 3h 53m and the fastest train takes 3h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Headingley to Edinburgh. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 53m
Duration
230 mi
Distance
£101
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Headingley to Edinburgh train times

Trains run hourly between Headingley and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 7:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Headingley is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 9:10 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 20m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 17m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 20m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 23m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 17m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 21m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 20m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 17m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 21m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 20m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 17m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 21m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 20m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 17m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 21m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 20m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 17m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 21m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 20m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 17m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 22m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 19m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 20m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Headingley to Edinburgh? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Headingley to Edinburgh.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 230 mi
  • Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Headingley, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Cross Country operates a train from Leeds to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £100–150 and the journey takes 2h 57m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route 5 times a week.

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