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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Cardiff University is to fly and train which costs £60 - £160 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Cardiff University is to fly and train which takes 4h 25m and costs £60 - £160.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Cardiff University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 7h 1m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Cardiff University?

The distance between Edinburgh and Cardiff University is 382 miles. The road distance is 369.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cardiff University without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 32m and costs £130 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Edinburgh to Cardiff University, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Cardiff University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Cardiff University?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Cardiff University is 370 miles. It takes approximately 7h 14m to drive from Edinburgh to Cardiff University.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff University?

There are 1726+ hotels available in Cardiff University.

Edinburgh to Cardiff University - 8 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Edinburgh to Cardiff University by train, 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 32m
£134–237
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 5m
£57–175
Drive 367.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Cardiff Universitycar 367.5 mi
7h 14m
£89–128
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 25m
£62–158
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
7h 9m
£240–340
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 24m
£143–253
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
5h 54m
£94–192
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 36m
£84–215

Edinburgh to Cardiff University by train and foot

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6h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 379.4 mi
Duration: 6h 32m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff University via Crewe and Cardiff Central in around 6h 32m.

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