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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Caerphilly is to fly and train which costs £60 - £170 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Caerphilly is to fly and train which takes 4h 45m and costs £60 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Caerphilly?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Caerphilly. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Caerphilly Library / The Twyn via Birmingham Coach Station and Market Square 22. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Caerphilly?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Caerphilly. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Caerphilly via Crewe and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Caerphilly?

The distance between Edinburgh and Caerphilly is 389 miles. The road distance is 365.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Caerphilly without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 53m and costs £130 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Edinburgh to Caerphilly, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Caerphilly bus from?

Edinburgh to Caerphilly bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Caerphilly train from?

Edinburgh to Caerphilly train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Caerphilly?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Caerphilly is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 53m and costs £130 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £90 - £220 and takes 14h 32m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Caerphilly bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Caerphilly bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Caerphilly train arrive?

Edinburgh to Caerphilly train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Caerphilly?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Caerphilly is 365 miles. It takes approximately 7h 12m to drive from Edinburgh to Caerphilly.

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

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Where can I stay near Caerphilly?

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Edinburgh to Caerphilly - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Edinburgh to Caerphilly by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 53m
£134–244
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 25m
£60–181
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 180 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Kingsway K14bus 111 / ...
14h 32m
£94–219
Drive 363 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Caerphillycar 363 mi
7h 12m
£88–127
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 45m
£64–164
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newport (S Wales)train Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
7h 53m
£243–339
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 14m
£98–198
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 56m
£87–222

Edinburgh to Caerphilly by train

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Distance: 386.8 mi
Duration: 6h 53m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Caerphilly via Crewe and Cardiff Central in around 6h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Caerphilly Library / The Twyn via Birmingham Coach Station, Kingsway K14, and Market Square 22 in around 14h 32m.

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