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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Dawlish is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 15h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Dawlish is to fly and train which takes 4h 22m and costs £80 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Dawlish?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Dawlish. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Lanherne via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Dawlish?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Dawlish. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 7h 54m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Dawlish?

The distance between Edinburgh and Dawlish is 388 miles. The road distance is 451.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Dawlish without a car is to train which takes 7h 54m and costs £210 - £700.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Edinburgh to Dawlish, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Dawlish bus from?

Edinburgh to Dawlish bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Dawlish train from?

Edinburgh to Dawlish train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Dawlish?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Dawlish is to train which takes 7h 54m and costs £210 - £700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 15h 3m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Dawlish bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Dawlish bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Dawlish train arrive?

Edinburgh to Dawlish train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Dawlish station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Dawlish?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Dawlish is 451 miles. It takes approximately 7h 44m to drive from Edinburgh to Dawlish.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Dawlish?

Book your Edinburgh to Dawlish train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Dawlish?

There are 2431+ hotels available in Dawlish.

Edinburgh to Dawlish - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Edinburgh to Dawlish by plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Edinburgh Airport to Exeter, train
best
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Dawlishtrain
4h 22m
£84–250
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 183 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 106 / ...
15h 3m
£32–83
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dawlishtrain Edinburgh - Penzance
7h 54m
£210–700
Drive 448.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Dawlishcar 448.6 mi
7h 44m
£109–157
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
5h 25m
£46–160
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
6h 7m
£54–163
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
6h 37m
£47–231
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
7h 9m
£70–260
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane EDI - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain
7h 10m
£136–394
Train via Stafford
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Staffordtrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Dawlishtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Paignton / ...
8h 7m
£120–388

Edinburgh to Dawlish by train

1Weekly Trains

7h 54mAverage Duration

£210Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Dawlish.

Launch map view

Distance: 386 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dawlish once a week. Tickets cost £210–700 and the journey takes 7h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Lanherne via Birmingham Coach Station, Bampfylde Street, and Bus Station in around 15h 3m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.