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Wakefield Kirkgate to Edinburgh Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Wakefield Kirkgate to Edinburgh, starting from £23.80 and averaging £23.80. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 47m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
19:16 5h 29m, Changes required Wakefield Kirkgate	00:45 +1 Edinburgh (Waverley)		Find Tickets
22:03 12h 27m, Changes required Wakefield Kirkgate	10:30 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Wakefield Kirkgate to Edinburgh Train Route Details

First train

04:47

Last train

22:03

Departure station

Wakefield Kirkgate

Arrival station

Edinburgh

Journey time

4h 47m

Distance

276 km

Price

£23.80*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Wakefield Kirkgate to Edinburgh

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Wakefield Kirkgate to Edinburgh. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards 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 traveling from Wakefield Kirkgate to Edinburgh, 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 Wakefield Kirkgate to Edinburgh ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling 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 traveling from Wakefield Kirkgate to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Wakefield Kirkgate to Edinburgh train ticket types

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

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