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Wakefield Westgate to Edinburgh train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Wakefield Westgate to Edinburgh, starting from £22.70 and averaging £23.80. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 12m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:03 Wakefield Westgate	08:26 Edinburgh (Waverley)	8h 23m, No direct	Find Tickets
00:03 Wakefield Westgate	09:12 Edinburgh (Waverley)	9h 9m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:43 Wakefield Westgate	09:20 Edinburgh (Waverley)	3h 37m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:28 Wakefield Westgate	10:07 Edinburgh (Waverley)	3h 39m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:28 Wakefield Westgate	10:21 Edinburgh (Waverley)	3h 53m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:28 Wakefield Westgate	11:09 Paris	3h 41m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Wakefield Westgate to Edinburgh train route details

First train

00:03

Last train

19:50

Departure station

Wakefield Westgate

Arrival station

Edinburgh

Journey time

3h 12m

Distance

171 miles

Price

£22.70*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Wakefield Westgate to Edinburgh

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Wakefield Westgate to Edinburgh can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Wakefield Westgate to Edinburgh, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Wakefield Westgate to Edinburgh ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Wakefield Westgate to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Wakefield Westgate to Edinburgh train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Wakefield Westgate to Edinburgh with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Wakefield Westgate to Edinburgh from £22.70*

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Wakefield Westgate to Edinburgh train prices and times

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