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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Roath is to bus via Leeds which costs £29 - £90 and takes 11h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Roath is to fly and train which takes 4h 31m and costs £70 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Roath?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Roath. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Kingsway GD via Leeds City Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Roath?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Roath. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Cardiff Queen Street via Crewe and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Roath?

The distance between Edinburgh and Roath is 382 miles. The road distance is 367.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Roath without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 27m and costs £60 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 27m to get from Edinburgh to Roath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Roath bus from?

Edinburgh to Roath bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Roath train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Roath?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Roath is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 27m and costs £60 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus via Leeds, which costs £29 - £90 and takes 11h 21m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Roath bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Roath bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Roath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Roath?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Roath is 368 miles. It takes approximately 7h 8m to drive from Edinburgh to Roath.

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

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

Book your Edinburgh to Roath bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Roath?

There are 1578+ hotels available in Roath.

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

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to CreweEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 27m
£64–218
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD
11h 21m
£29–86
Drive 365.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Roath365.6 mi
7h 8m
£90–130
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
4h 42m
£44–132
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff CentralEdinburgh - Cardiff Central
7h 19m
£78–366
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station183 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Kingsway K14111 / ...
12h 41m
£35–83
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
2. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff Queen Street
4h 31m
£72–186
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 27m
£51–192
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 53m
£51–208
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
6h 8m
£66–198

Edinburgh to Roath by train

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Distance: 379.6 mi
Duration: 6h 27m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Queen Street via Crewe and Cardiff Central in around 6h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Kingsway GD via Leeds City Bus Station and Bus Station in around 11h 21m.

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