The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Weymouth
Cheapest price
£98
Average price
£98
Fastest journey
8 h 16 m
Average duration
8 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
596 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Weymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Weymouth will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £98.
Of the 1 trains that leave Edinburgh for Weymouth every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 596 km distance in an average of 8 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 16 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:008h16Edinburgh16:16Weymouth£981One-way0 changes
8:008h16Edinburgh16:16Weymouth£981One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Edinburgh to Weymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Weymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £81. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £81, and a train costs an average of £98.
Distance: 596 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£115 Average Price | £106 Average Price | £81 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 12m Average total duration 7h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 30m Average total duration 21h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Weymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Weymouth trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:00 Edinburgh | 8h16 | 16:16 Weymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Weymouth
Trains from Edinburgh to Weymouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £98 but you can travel from only £26 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 16:20. The fastest train covers the 596 km distance in 8h 16m.
Distance 596 km |
Average train duration 7h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £98 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 16m |
First train 5:36 |
Last train 16:20 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway from Edinburgh to Weymouth trainsLondon North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Edinburgh and Weymouth from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
FAQs: Edinburgh to Weymouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Weymouth by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Weymouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Weymouth
Most Edinburgh to Weymouth trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Weymouth station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Weymouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Which Weymouth station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Weymouth from Weymouth city centre
Weymouth train station facilities and services
Weymouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Weymouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Weymouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Weymouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Weymouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Weymouth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Weymouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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