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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 train, with an average ticket price of £131 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £131, while a flight costs an average of £194.
Distance: 596 km
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£131 Average Price Cheapest | £194 Average Price | £116 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 2m Average total duration 7h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Edinburgh to Weymouth, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Weymouth:
A train is £63 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Weymouth costing on average £194.
Other travel options to Weymouth take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 2m.
You'll arrive about 1h 7m sooner (7h 32m by train vs 8h 39m by car). Tickets start at around £131 compared to roughly £116 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Weymouth from Edinburgh by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Edinburgh to Weymouth is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Weymouth are Dorchester, Poole, Bridport, Bournemouth and Southampton. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Weymouth on Omio.
Dorchester is Dorset’s county town, known for Roman history and its close connection to Thomas Hardy. Its compact centre mixes museums, Georgian streets and a traditional market-town feel.
Poole is known for its vast natural harbour, historic quay and strong sailing culture. It blends a working waterfront with nearby beaches and a relaxed Dorset coastal feel.
Bournemouth is a south coast seaside town known for its long sandy beach, Victorian gardens and pier. It has a relaxed holiday feel, with a busy seafront, clifftop views and a lively town centre.
Southampton is a maritime city on England’s south coast, known for its ocean liner history and links to the Titanic. Medieval walls and museums stand near a busy waterfront and modern shopping centre, giving it a lively yet practical feel.
Travel to Weymouth easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to Weymouth.
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Weymouth:
A train is £63 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Weymouth costing on average £194.
Other travel options to Weymouth take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 2m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Edinburgh and Weymouth as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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