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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to York is to bus which costs £15 - £45 and takes 6h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to York is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £28 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and York?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Castle station to York. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Blossom Street via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Castle and York?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at York. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to York?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and York is 204 miles. The road distance is 186 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to York without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £28 - £80.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to York takes 2h 14m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to York bus from?

Edinburgh Castle to York bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh Castle to York?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to York is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £28 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £45 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to York bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to York bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to York train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to York?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to York is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Edinburgh Castle to York.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh Castle to York?

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Where can I stay near York?

There are 1824+ hotels available in York.

Edinburgh Castle to York - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to York by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to YorkEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 26m
£28–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Leeds City Bus StationUkn11 / ...
6h 15m
£15–45
Drive 185 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to York185 mi
3h 45m
£46–66
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to LeedsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to YorkLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
3h 39m
£47–99

Edinburgh Castle to York by foot and train

349Weekly Services

2h 26mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 203.2 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to York hourly. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 2h 14m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £15–45 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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