The average train between Edinburgh and Porth takes 8h 16m and the fastest train takes 6h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh to Porth. 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 Edinburgh and Porth. The earliest departure is at 1:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 6:52 PM which arrives into Porth at 2:39 PM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 8h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh to Porth? 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 Edinburgh to Porth. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh station and arriving at Porth station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.
Edinburgh to Porth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.
Edinburgh to Porth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Edinburgh to Porth train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Edinburgh and Porth is 482.7 km. The road distance is 635 km.
You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Porth via Crewe and Cardiff Central in around 7h 28m.