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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Roath is to bus via Newcastle upon Tyne which costs £26 - £80 and takes 12h 50m.

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 45m 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 John Dobson Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 50m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Roath?

The distance between Edinburgh and Roath is 383 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 39m and costs £55 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 39m 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.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Roath?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Roath is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 39m and costs £55 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus via Newcastle upon Tyne, which costs £26 - £80 and takes 12h 50m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Roath bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Roath bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street 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 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 1567+ 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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

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 39m
£58–217
Bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson StreetUkn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Kingsway GDUk078
12h 50m
£27–78
Drive 365.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Roath365.6 mi
7h 8m
£89–129
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 48m
£44–132
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff CentralEdinburgh - Cardiff Central
7h 24m
£69–541
Bus
1. Take the bus from North St David Street to Birmingham Coach Station832
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to University RE111
13h
£30–77
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 45m
£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 28m
£52–192
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 13m
£64–194
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
6h 9m
£51–208

Edinburgh to Roath by train and bus

55Weekly Services

6h 39mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Roath.

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Distance: 380.8 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Alfred Street via Crewe, Cardiff Central, and Wyndham Arcade Stop JE in around 6h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Kingsway GD via John Dobson Street in around 12h 50m.

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