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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Leith is to bus which costs £30 - £45 and takes 11h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Leith is to train and fly which takes 4h 20m and costs £50 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Leith?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Leith. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at St Andrew's House via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Leith?

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 Leith?

The distance between Cardiff and Leith is 381 miles. The road distance is 371.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Leith without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 49m and costs £70 - £220.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Leith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Leith train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Leith?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Leith is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 49m and costs £70 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 11h 33m.

Where does the Cardiff to Leith bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Leith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Leith is 371 miles. It takes approximately 7h 16m to drive from Cardiff to Leith.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Leith?

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

There are 10 ways to get from Cardiff to Leith 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
£71–216
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus StationM19
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to St Andrew's HouseUk090
11h 33m
£31–45
Drive 369.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Leith369.1 mi
7h 16m
£93–134
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 20m
£55–149
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh WaverleyCardiff Central - Edinburgh
7h 24m
£85–550
Bus via Leeds
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Leeds City Bus StationUk078
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkn11 / ...
12h 6m
£32–107
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
£80–217
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
£61–209
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
£68–202
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
£57–218

Cardiff to Leith by train

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6h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 379 mi
Duration: 6h 49m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Leith, 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 St Andrew's House via Buchanan Bus Station in around 11h 33m.

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