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What is the best way to travel from Wakefield to Edinburgh?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Trains and Flights for the journey to Edinburgh from Wakefield. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
3h 55m
$79
$88
2
Train
3h 37m
$90
$108
4
Flight
3h 50m
$92
$212
16

What is the cheapest way to reach Edinburgh from Wakefield?

You can get to Edinburgh with just $79 by taking a Bus from CrossCountry, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from $86
tomorrow
from $79
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
from $79
Wednesday
Thursday
from $86

    Cheapest Buses today

  • CrossCountry
    4h 40m
    0
    5:40 AM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    10:20 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    $86
  • CrossCountry
    3h 55m
    0
    5:10 AM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    9:05 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    $115

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • CrossCountry
    4h 43m
    0
    5:40 AM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    10:23 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    $79
  • CrossCountry
    4h 2m
    0
    5:10 AM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    9:12 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    $96
  • Cheapest Trains tomorrow

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 37m
    0
    5:43 AM
    Wakefield
    Westgate Station
    9:20 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $90

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • CrossCountry
    3h 55m
    0
    5:10 AM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    9:05 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    $79
  • CrossCountry
    4h 40m
    0
    5:40 AM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    10:20 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    $79
  • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 41m
    0
    5:43 AM
    Wakefield
    Westgate Station
    9:24 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $112
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    4h 5m
    0
    5:43 AM
    Wakefield
    Westgate Station
    9:48 AM
    Edinburgh
    South Gyle Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $123

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • CrossCountry
    3h 55m
    0
    5:10 AM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    9:05 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    $86
  • CrossCountry
    4h 40m
    0
    5:40 AM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    10:20 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    $86
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 40m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    9:40 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $92
  • Jet2.com
    12h 30m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    9:30 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from $129
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 50m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    7:50 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $159
  • Ryanair
    12h 20m
    0
    10:25 AM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    10:45 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $206

What are the fastest trips from Wakefield to Edinburgh?

You can get to Edinburgh from Wakefield in just 3h 37m with a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER). This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 3h 55m
tomorrow
from 3h 37m
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
from 3h 41m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 3h 50m

    Fastest Buses today

  • CrossCountry
    3h 55m
    0
    5:10 AM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    9:05 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    $115
  • CrossCountry
    4h 40m
    0
    5:40 AM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    10:20 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    $86

    Fastest Trains tomorrow

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 37m
    0
    5:43 AM
    Wakefield
    Westgate Station
    9:20 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $90
  • Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • CrossCountry
    4h 2m
    0
    5:10 AM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    9:12 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    $96
  • CrossCountry
    4h 43m
    0
    5:40 AM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    10:23 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    $79

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 41m
    0
    5:43 AM
    Wakefield
    Westgate Station
    9:24 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $112
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    4h 5m
    0
    5:43 AM
    Wakefield
    Westgate Station
    9:48 AM
    Edinburgh
    South Gyle Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from $123
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • CrossCountry
    3h 55m
    0
    5:10 AM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    9:05 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    $79
  • CrossCountry
    4h 40m
    0
    5:40 AM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    10:20 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    $79

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 50m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    7:50 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $159
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 40m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    9:40 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $92
  • KLM Cityhopper
    10h 0m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    4:10 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from $476
  • Ryanair
    12h 20m
    0
    10:25 AM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    10:45 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $206
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • CrossCountry
    3h 55m
    0
    5:10 AM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    9:05 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    $86
  • CrossCountry
    4h 40m
    0
    5:40 AM
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    Leeds Bradford Airport
    10:20 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    $86
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Wakefield to Edinburgh

What are the most popular stations in Wakefield and Edinburgh?

In Wakefield, you will usually depart from Westgate Station, Sandal & Agbrigg Train Station or Ossett Bus Station, while in Edinburgh you will be arriving at St Andrew's House Station, Waverley Station or Park Central, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Edinburgh from Wakefield? With 4 connections between 3 Bus, Train and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Wakefield and Edinburgh, you can pay as low as $79 with a Bus from CrossCountry.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER): you will get to Edinburgh in just 3h 37m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Wakefield and Edinburgh are CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway (LNER) and EasyJet Airline, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Wakefield and Edinburgh is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Stanley or to Broomhouse, and look at flights from Doncaster Sheffield Airport, and landing at Edinburgh Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Wakefield to Edinburgh?

The most popular companies between Wakefield and Edinburgh, are CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway (LNER) and EasyJet Airline. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: London North Eastern Railway (LNER)

Airlines: EasyJet Airline, Jet2.com, Eastern Air Lines (2011) and 2 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Wakefield to Edinburgh

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Wakefield to Edinburgh. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Wakefield to Edinburgh

How can I reach Edinburgh from Wakefield?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Bus, Train and Flight, with which you can get to Edinburgh from Wakefield.

How far is Edinburgh from Wakefield?

The distance between Wakefield and Edinburgh is 170.6 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Wakefield and Edinburgh?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 7 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 47 kgs, and a flight 68 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Wakefield to Edinburgh?

You can get to Edinburgh with just $79 by taking a Bus from CrossCountry.

What is the fastest way to get from Wakefield to Edinburgh?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Edinburgh in just 3h 37m with a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER).

More routes to Wakefield and to Edinburgh

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Wakefield and to Edinburgh. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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