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Ilkley to Edinburgh (Waverley) train prices and times

Looking to travel from Ilkley to Edinburgh (Waverley)? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £23.40, with average prices for this route around £33.00.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
08:30 4h 48m, No direct Ilkley	13:18 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
08:53 4h 50m, No direct Ilkley	13:43 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
09:21 4h 38m, No direct Ilkley	13:59 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
09:53 4h 25m, No direct Ilkley	14:18 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
10:21 4h 38m, No direct Ilkley	14:59 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
10:53 4h 25m, No direct Ilkley	15:18 Paris	Find Tickets

Ilkley to Edinburgh (Waverley) train route details

First train

08:30

Last train

23:21

Departure station

Ilkley

Arrival station

Edinburgh (Waverley)

Journey time

4h 24m

Distance

242 km

Price

£23.40*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Ilkley to Edinburgh (Waverley)

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Ilkley to Edinburgh (Waverley). These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Ilkley to Edinburgh (Waverley) for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Ilkley to Edinburgh (Waverley), you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Ilkley to Edinburgh (Waverley) ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Ilkley to Edinburgh (Waverley) more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Ilkley to Edinburgh (Waverley) train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Ilkley to Edinburgh (Waverley) train prices and times

Ilkley to Edinburgh (Waverley) train route details