What is the cheapest way to get from Dorset to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £75 - £150 and takes 15h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 2h 35m and costs £85 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via South Station and Glastonbury Festival Coach Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Moreton (Dorset) and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via London Waterloo, Vauxhall station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

How far is it from Dorset to Edinburgh?

The distance between Dorset and Edinburgh is 397 miles. The road distance is 430.5 miles.

How do I travel from Dorset to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Dorset to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 7h 44m and costs £190 - £310.

How long does it take to get from Dorset to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Dorset to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Edinburgh bus from?

Dorset to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Station.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Edinburgh train from?

Dorset to Edinburgh train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Moreton (Dorset) station.

Train, bus or fly from Dorset to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Dorset to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 2h 35m and costs £85 - £230. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £190 - £310 and takes 7h 44m, you could also bus, which costs £75 - £150 and takes 15h 19m.

Where does the Dorset to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Dorset to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Where does the Dorset to Edinburgh train arrive?

Dorset to Edinburgh train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Edinburgh is 430 miles. It takes approximately 7h 49m to drive from Dorset to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2796+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Dorset to Edinburgh - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Dorset to Edinburgh by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Bournemouth Airport
best
1. Fly from Bournemouth Airport (BOH) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BOH - EDI
2h 35m
£87–224
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G30
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus G3
15h 19m
£76–141
Train
1. Take the train from Moreton (Dorset) to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
7h 44m
£193–301
Drive 428 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Edinburghcar 428 mi
7h 49m
£106–153
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Moreton (Dorset) to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane SOU - EDI
5h
£119–252
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
7h 27m
£78–188
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
8h 20m
£199–321
Train #2
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
11h 38m
£216–345
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
11h 59m
£138–284

Dorset to Edinburgh by bus

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Distance: 394.6 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Dorset, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Ryanair UK flies from Bournemouth Airport (BOH) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Dorset to Edinburgh Waverley via Moreton (Dorset), London Waterloo, Vauxhall, Vauxhall station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 7h 44m.

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