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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Dorset is to bus which costs £55 - £130 and takes 14h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Dorset is to fly which takes 3h 31m and costs £170 - £320.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 40m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Dorset?

The distance between Edinburgh and Dorset is 397 miles. The road distance is 429.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Dorset without a car is to train via London which takes 7h 59m and costs £95 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Edinburgh to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Dorset bus from?

Edinburgh to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh to Dorset?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Dorset is to fly which takes 3h 31m and costs £170 - £320. Alternatively, you can train via London, which costs £95 - £230 and takes 7h 59m, you could also bus, which costs £55 - £130 and takes 14h 40m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Dorset bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Dorset is 429 miles. It takes approximately 7h 45m to drive from Edinburgh to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2217+ hotels available in Dorset.

Edinburgh to Dorset - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Edinburgh to Dorset 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 to Bournemouth Airport
best
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bournemouth Airport (BOH)EDI - BOH
3h 31m
£170–320
Fly to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouth
8h 26m
£56–160
Train via London
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to King's CrossEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset)London Waterloo - Weymouth
7h 59m
£98–229
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus StationUkxn10
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Station035
14h 40m
£59–128
Drive 426.7 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Dorset426.7 mi
7h 45m
£104–151
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Southampton Airport (SOU)EDI - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Weymouth
7h 2m
£106–234
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)EDI - LHR
2. Take the train from Woking to Weymouth
8h 37m
£114–320
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Bristol Temple MeadsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to WeymouthGloucester - Weymouth / ...
11h 36m
£75–355
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Newport (S Wales)
3. Take the train from Filton Abbey Wood to Weymouth
12h 6m
£118–343

Edinburgh to Dorset by bus

4Weekly Buses

14h 40mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Dorset.

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Distance: 394.5 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

Ryanair UK flies from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bournemouth Airport (BOH) 3 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dorset via London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 7h 59m.

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