The average train between Dawlish and Edinburgh takes 9h 2m and the fastest train takes 7h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Dawlish to Edinburgh. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Dawlish and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 6:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dawlish is at 8:43 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 10:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 9h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 34m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Dawlish to Edinburgh? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Dawlish to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids station and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley station via Birmingham New Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.
Dawlish to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Dawlish to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
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The distance between Dawlish and Edinburgh is 597.5 km. The road distance is 721 km.
You can take a train from Dawlish to Edinburgh Waverley via Exeter St Davids, Birmingham New Street, and Wolverhampton in around 8h 52m.