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Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to York

Bus
Average PriceUS$23 - US$64Average Duration11h 15m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$40 - US$281Average Duration2h 30m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$17 - US$19Average Duration3h 50m
11kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Edinburgh to York

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach York. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day
2h 30mAverage Duration
US$40Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Edinburgh to York: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$31
Average Bus Trip Duration11h 15m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure9:05am
Distance259 km

Edinburgh to York Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Edinburgh to York.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Edinburgh to York.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to York from Edinburgh, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Edinburgh - York

  1. How long is the bus trip from Edinburgh to York?

    The bus ride from Edinburgh to York takes 11h 15m, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to York in 10h 55m

  2. How far is Edinburgh from York?

    The distance covered from Edinburgh to York is 260 km (162 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Edinburgh to York?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Bus Station, in Edinburgh, and end it at York Bus Stop (RC), in York.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Edinburgh to York?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Edinburgh to York. With a starting ticket price of US$23, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Edinburgh to York?

    The bus fare from Edinburgh to York is approximately US$31.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to York was searched and found on May 14, 2025 with a price of US$23

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Edinburgh to York, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$23 to US$25 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to York based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$25 which is on 2025-05-15.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Edinburgh to York.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Will you be returning to Edinburgh by bus?

Bus from Edinburgh to York

You can also go to York by train

Train from Edinburgh to York

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