The average train between Aberdare and Edinburgh takes 9h 33m and the fastest train takes 7h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberdare to Edinburgh. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Aberdare and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberdare is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 4:20 PM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 9h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Aberdare to Edinburgh? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Aberdare to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Aberdare station and arriving at Edinburgh station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 33m.
Aberdare to Edinburgh train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Aberdare to Edinburgh train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
Book your Aberdare to Edinburgh train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Aberdare and Edinburgh is 471.5 km. The road distance is 647 km.
You can take a train from Aberdare to Edinburgh Waverley via Cardiff Central and Crewe in around 8h 29m.