Edinburgh to Dornoch train

Wed, Jun 03
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Deutsche Bahn
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Edinburgh to Dornoch train times

The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Dornoch trains for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
ScotrailL87274 · C15079
On time
1:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
7h10
8:42 PM Golspie station (GOL)
1 transfer
ScotrailL87274 · W69078
On time
1:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
4h52
6:24 PM Tain station (TAI)
1 transfer
ScotrailL87695 · C14684 · C15079
On time
1:37 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
6h09
7:46 PM Tain station (TAI)
2 transfers
ScotrailL87695 · C14684 · C15079
On time
1:37 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
7h05
8:42 PM Golspie station (GOL)
2 transfers

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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh to Dornoch by train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Dornoch

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Trains from Edinburgh to Dornoch run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €41 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 06:29, the last at 19:07. The fastest train covers the 220 km distance in 5h 49m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
220 km
Average train duration
6h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
€41
Trains per day
12
Fastest train
5h 49m
First train
6:29 AM
Last train
7:07 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Best time to book
28 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Dornoch

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Dornoch 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 Dornoch, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Dornoch can start from as little as €41 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Edinburgh to Dornoch is €42; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Edinburgh to Dornoch is 5h 49m to travel the 220 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Dornoch leaves at 6:29 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Edinburgh to Dornoch leaves at 7:07 PM.
A trip to Dornoch from Edinburgh is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 49m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Edinburgh to Dornoch is May.
Yes, you can take a train between Edinburgh and Dornoch.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Dornoch

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Dornoch
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
  • Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
Lockers
  • You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
Dining
Dining
  • Bagel Factory
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Costa Coffee
  • JD Wetherspoon
  • The Pasty Shop
  • The Beer House
  • M&S
  • Pret a Manger
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
  • Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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.
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
Hotel
Hotel
  • Old Waverley Hotel
  • Jurys Inn Edinburgh
  • The Scotsman Hotel
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
  • Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information booths are located on the concourse.
Public transit options for Edinburgh Waverley
  • Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
  • Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
  • Metro: No metro available.

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