How to get to Edinburgh from Dorchester

There are 3 options to travel between Dorchester and Edinburgh including taking a coach, train and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Dorchester to Edinburgh is a coach with an average price of £70.

This is compared to other travel options from Dorchester to Edinburgh:

A coach is £71 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dorchester to Edinburgh costing on average £140.

A coach is £145 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dorchester to Edinburgh costing on average £215.

The fastest way to travel from Dorchester to Edinburgh is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 26m.

Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 1m.

Coach takes on average 14h 18m.

The Dorchester to Edinburgh distance is approximately 584 km.

The average frequency per day from Dorchester to Edinburgh is:

• Around 6 flights per day.
• Around 5 trains per day.
• Around 2 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dorchester and Edinburgh as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Dorchester to Edinburgh:

• Flights mostly depart from Southampton Airport and arrive in Edinburgh Airport.
• Coaches mostly depart from Dorchester, South Railway Station and arrive in Edinburgh, Bus Station.
• Trains mostly depart from Dorchester South (DCH) and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dorchester to Edinburgh, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Loganair to go to Edinburgh by flight.
• Travel with London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Avanti West Coast to go to Edinburgh by train.
• Travel with National Express to go to Edinburgh by coach.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Dorchester to Edinburgh:

• 6 direct flights per day with Loganair.

Omio customers who travel from Dorchester to Edinburgh often also extend their vacation to go to London, Glasgow, Paris, Inverness, Manchester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Edinburgh and these popular destinations at a great price.

To get from Dorchester to Edinburgh, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.

In Edinburgh, you can explore the vibrant atmosphere of Grassmarket with its pubs, shops, and street performances, or enjoy a ghost tour through the haunted streets and underground vaults. Attend a performance at the Edinburgh Festival Theatre, and visit the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh for beautiful landscapes. Discover hidden gems and local art at the Stockbridge Market. Must-see sights include Edinburgh Castle, offering panoramic views and housing the Crown Jewels, Arthur's Seat for hiking and city views, The Royal Mile lined with shops and landmarks, Holyrood Palace with its stunning gardens, and the National Museum of Scotland showcasing diverse exhibits.

To fully experience Edinburgh's historic sites, cultural attractions, and local cuisine, a stay of three to four days is recommended.