What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 11h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh is to train and fly which takes 4h 21m and costs £50 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Castle and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Castle and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh?

The distance between Cardiff Castle and Edinburgh is 382 miles. The road distance is 369.3 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 2m and costs £65 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh bus from?

Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh train from?

Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 2m and costs £65 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 11h 33m.

Where does the Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh train arrive?

Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh is 369 miles. It takes approximately 7h 10m to drive from Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh?

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
7h 2m
£69–217
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station183 / ...
12h 29m
£35–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus StationM19
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
11h 33m
£36–52
Drive 367.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh367.2 mi
7h 10m
£92–133
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
4h 21m
£54–140
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh WaverleyCardiff Central - Edinburgh
7h 37m
£65–550
Train to Cardiff Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Barry
2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
4h 30m
£75–225
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
5h 8m
£60–200
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
5h 13m
£69–201
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
5h 43m
£57–214

Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh by foot and train

47Weekly Services

7h 2mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 379.7 mi
Duration: 7h 2m

What companies run services between Cardiff Castle, Wales and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Cardiff Castle to Edinburgh Waverley via Cardiff Central and Crewe in around 7h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cardiff Castle to Princes Street via Kingsway GD and Buchanan Bus Station in around 11h 33m.

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