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Outbound fromLeeds to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train
It takes an average of 3h 1m to travel from Leeds to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train, over a distance of around 163 miles (262 km). There are normally 21 trains per day travelling from Leeds to Edinburgh (Waverley) and tickets for this journey start from £10.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:43 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:08 | |
| Departure station | Leeds | |
| Arrival station | Edinburgh (Waverley) | |
| Journey time | From 2h 52m | |
| Distance | 163 miles (262 km) | |
| Frequency | 21 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £10.70 | |
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Travelling from Leeds to Edinburgh by train
The train from Leeds to Edinburgh usually takes around 3h 5m but can take just 2h 50m on the fastest services, with around 40 trains running on this popular route every day. You won’t need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available, so you can just make yourself comfortable as soon as you board the train.
You can either travel with CrossCountry, TransPennine Express or London North Eastern Railway (LNER) on this route. CrossCountry offer direct services to Edinburgh, whereas you'll need to change at Newcastle or York if you're travelling with TransPennine Express or LNER.
Want to get the best train deals? Travel Off-Peak – we’ll highlight the cheapest Off-Peak train tickets from Leeds to Edinburgh in our Journey Planner. If you’re travelling by train quite frequently, why not get a Railcard – you'll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
Keen to book your train tickets to Edinburgh? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to learn a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
FAQs about the train journey from Leeds to Edinburgh (Waverley)
Want to know more about your journey from Leeds to Edinburgh (Waverley)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Leeds to Edinburgh (Waverley)
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Leeds to Edinburgh (Waverley) is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.