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National Museum of Scotland
Scotland’s flagship museum with collections spanning natural history, science, design, fashion, and Scottish history. A top all-round choice for first-time visitors.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dewsbury to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $138.
Distance: 168 miles (271 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$96 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $185 Average price | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration 4h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dewsbury to Edinburgh:
A bus is $63 (€51) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dewsbury to Edinburgh costing on average $96 (€77).
A bus is $152 (€123) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dewsbury to Edinburgh costing on average $185 (€149).
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 30m.
Bus takes on average 4h 58m.
You'll arrive about 1h 13m sooner (3h 8m by train vs 4h 21m by car). Tickets start at around $96 (€77) compared to roughly $76 (€62) 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.
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Trains from Dewsbury to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $64 (€52) but you can travel from only $27 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 168 miles (271 km) distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 168 miles (271 km) |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€52) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
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Best time to book 91 days |
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Scotland’s flagship museum with collections spanning natural history, science, design, fashion, and Scottish history. A top all-round choice for first-time visitors.
The national art gallery in central Edinburgh, known for European masters and Scottish art. Easy to combine with Princes Street Gardens and the Royal Mile.
A striking red-sandstone gallery dedicated to portraits of people who shaped Scottish history and culture. Popular for both the collection and the architecture.
Edinburgh’s most famous historic street, linking the castle and Holyroodhouse through closes, courtyards, shops, and major heritage sites.
A central public garden below the castle with iconic skyline views, floral displays, and easy access to both Old and New Town sights.
One of the city’s classic viewpoints, known for panoramic views, monuments, and sunrise or sunset photography. Especially popular on social media.
Scotland’s best-known national dish: a savory pudding traditionally made with minced offal, oats, onion, and spices, served with mashed turnips and potatoes.
A rich Scottish soup of smoked haddock, potatoes, and onions, closely associated with the northeast but widely loved in Edinburgh.
A hearty traditional soup made with barley, root vegetables, and usually lamb or mutton, valued as classic Scottish comfort food.
A popular gastropub by Tom Kitchin serving refined Scottish pub classics in a warm, stylish, and relaxed setting.
A long-established local favorite serving traditional Scottish dishes with local ingredients in a comfortable, accessible city-center setting.
One of Scotland’s oldest pubs, offering classic Scottish food and a historic tavern atmosphere slightly outside the city center.
Expensive by UK standards. Hotels peak in summer and festival season, while pubs and casual dining are more manageable.
About 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not already included. Round up for taxis. Tips are optional in pubs and cafes.
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Edinburgh Waverley -> Princes Street, Edinburgh
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