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Trip Overview

The average train between York and Edinburgh Castle takes 2h 24m and the fastest train takes 2h 13m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from York to Edinburgh Castle. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 24m
Duration
203 mi
Distance
£110
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

York to Edinburgh Castle train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between York and Edinburgh Castle. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from York is at 10:05 PM which arrives into Edinburgh Castle at 12:35 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 203.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h 24m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from York to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £55–90 and the journey takes 2h 17m. Cross Country also services this route hourly.

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