What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Dalkeith?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Dalkeith is to bus which costs £35 - £100 and takes 13h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Dalkeith?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Dalkeith is to train and fly and line 3 bus which takes 4h 52m and costs £55 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Dalkeith?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Dalkeith. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Buccleuch Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 14m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Dalkeith?

The distance between Cardiff and Dalkeith is 388 miles. The road distance is 363.3 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Dalkeith without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dalkeith without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 39m and costs £65 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Dalkeith?

It takes approximately 7h 39m to get from Cardiff to Dalkeith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Dalkeith bus from?

Cardiff to Dalkeith bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Dalkeith?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dalkeith is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 39m and costs £65 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 13h 14m.

Where does the Cardiff to Dalkeith bus arrive?

Cardiff to Dalkeith bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Dalkeith?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Dalkeith is 363 miles. It takes approximately 7h 4m to drive from Cardiff to Dalkeith.

Where can I stay near Dalkeith?

There are 2280+ hotels available in Dalkeith.

Cardiff to Dalkeith - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Cardiff to Dalkeith 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 39m
£68–216
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station183 / ...
13h 14m
£35–96
Drive 361.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Dalkeith361.2 mi
7h 4m
£90–130
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, line 3 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buccleuch Street
4h 52m
£59–159
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh WaverleyCardiff Central - Edinburgh
8h 16m
£61–364
Fly Cardiff Airport to Edinburgh Airport, line 3 bus
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buccleuch Street
4h 53m
£77–197
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 49m
£70–197
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 45m
£63–222
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
6h 20m
£63–246

Cardiff to Dalkeith by train, foot, and bus

48Weekly Services

7h 39mAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 386.1 mi
Duration: 7h 39m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Dalkeith, Scotland?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Buccleuch Street via Crewe, Edinburgh Waverley, and Surgeons' Hall in around 7h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Buccleuch Street via Birmingham Coach Station, Edinburgh, Bus Station, and Princes Street in around 13h 14m.

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