Weymouth to Edinburgh by train

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Overview: trains from Weymouth to Edinburgh

Find the key information for travelling by train from Weymouth to Edinburgh, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:28 View journey
Last train 23:10 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 8hr 11m View journey
Distance (km) 596
Trains / day 27 View all
Cheapest journey AU$142.35 View journey
Avg journey time 10hr 46m
Train operators 12

Travelling from Weymouth to Edinburgh by train

Considering a train trip from Weymouth to Edinburgh? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Cost of train travel from Weymouth to Edinburgh

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Weymouth to Edinburgh:

  • Cheapest ticket: AU$142.35

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Departure frequency and timetable from Weymouth to Edinburgh

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Weymouth to Edinburgh:

  • 05:28 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:10 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 06:15 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:10 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 24 minutes from Weymouth toward Edinburgh.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 27 trains serving this route each day.

Travel time and distance between Weymouth and Edinburgh

The route’s fastest journey takes 8 hours and 11 minutes, covering a total of 596 kilometres.

How far in advance Weymouth and Edinburgh tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Weymouth and Edinburgh are available 5 and a half months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Learn more about train travel from Weymouth to Edinburgh

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Weymouth and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Edinburgh city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Weymouth to Edinburgh

Want to know more about your journey from Weymouth to Edinburgh? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total journey from Weymouth to Edinburgh is 596 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.