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

The cheapest way to get from York to Edinburgh Castle is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from York to Edinburgh Castle is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £70 - £150.

Is there a direct train between York and Edinburgh Castle?

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 16m.

How far is it from York to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between York and Edinburgh Castle is 204 miles. The road distance is 186.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from York to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £70 - £150.

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

The train from York to Edinburgh Waverley takes 2h 16m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

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

Where does the York to Edinburgh Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from York to Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between York to Edinburgh Castle is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from York to Edinburgh Castle.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh Castle?

There are 2844+ hotels available in Edinburgh Castle.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from York to Edinburgh Castle 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 28m
£70–150
Drive 185.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from York to Edinburgh Castlecar 185.3 mi
3h 48m
£46–66
Train to Leeds Bradford International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from York to Leedstrain
2. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LBA - EDI
5h 57m
£71–181
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from York to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
5h 3m
£106–200

York to Edinburgh Castle by train and foot

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2h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 203.1 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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 £70–100 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Cross Country also services this route hourly.

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