The average train between Edinburgh and Wales takes 6h 44m and the fastest train takes 5h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh to Wales. 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 Wales. The earliest departure is at 1:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 6:52 PM which arrives into Wales at 7:43 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh to Wales? 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 Wales. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh station and arriving at Wales station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.
Edinburgh to Wales train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.
Edinburgh to Wales train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Edinburgh to Wales train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Edinburgh and Wales is 408.4 km. The road distance is 610 km.
You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central via Crewe in around 6h 24m.