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Compare bus, train, and flight for Edinburgh to Dingwall
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Dingwall among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a flight costs an average of $370.
Distance: 123 miles (198 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$106 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest | $441 Average price | $62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Dingwall:
A bus is $87 (€72) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Dingwall costing on average $106 (€87).
A bus is $422 (€347) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Dingwall costing on average $441 (€363).
Other travel options to Dingwall take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 8m.
Flight takes on average 6h 10m.
Tickets start at around $106 (€87) compared to roughly $62 (€51) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-44.56 (€-36.60). The journey takes 4h 8m versus 3h 27m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Dingwall
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Trains from Edinburgh to Dingwall run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $81 (€66) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:35, the last at 19:42. The fastest train covers the 123 miles (198 km) distance in 4h 29m.
Distance 123 miles (198 km) |
Average train duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $81 (€66) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 29m |
First train 6:35 AM |
Last train 7:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail from Edinburgh to Dingwall trainsScotrail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Dingwall from $15 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Dingwall
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Dingwall by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dingwall, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Dingwall
Most Edinburgh to Dingwall trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Dingwall station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Dingwall train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Dingwall station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Dingwall from Dingwall city centre
Dingwall train station facilities and services
Dingwall has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dingwall.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dingwall.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dingwall. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dingwall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dingwall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dingwall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1, ramp to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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