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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 11h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Edinburgh is to train and fly which takes 4h 5m and costs £75 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff 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 27m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff 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 to Edinburgh?

The distance between Cardiff and Edinburgh is 381 miles. The road distance is 369.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 49m and costs £65 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Cardiff to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Edinburgh is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 49m and costs £65 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 11h 27m.

Where does the Cardiff to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Edinburgh is 370 miles. It takes approximately 7h 11m to drive from Cardiff to Edinburgh.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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

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

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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 / ...
6h 49m
£69–206
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus StationM19
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
11h 27m
£31–52
Drive 367.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Edinburgh367.5 mi
7h 11m
£92–132
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 5m
£51–132
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh WaverleyCardiff Central - Edinburgh
7h 24m
£55–550
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station183 / ...
12h 20m
£33–95
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 5m
£75–195
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
4h 54m
£56–192
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
4h 58m
£69–200
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 29m
£56–216

Cardiff to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 378.9 mi
Duration: 6h 49m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley via Crewe in around 6h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 11h 27m.

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