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Whitby Bus to Edinburgh train prices and times
Looking to travel from Whitby Bus to Edinburgh? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £31.90, with average prices for this route around £31.90.
To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
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Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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11:00 Whitby Bus | 16:06 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 5h 6m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
13:00 Whitby Bus | 18:07 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 5h 7m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
15:00 Whitby Bus | 20:05 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 5h 5m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
17:45 Whitby Bus | 23:05 Paris | 5h 20m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Whitby Bus to Edinburgh train route details

First train
11:00

Last train
17:45

Journey time
5h 5m

Distance
144 miles

Price
£31.90*
How to book cheap train tickets from Whitby Bus to Edinburgh

Travelling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Whitby Bus to Edinburgh during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

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 Whitby Bus 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%
Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3
If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.
Whitby Bus to Edinburgh 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:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 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%.