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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Bridgend is to bus which costs £45 - £85 and takes 14h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Bridgend is to fly and train which takes 5h and costs £60 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Bridgend station. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 via Newcastle-Upon-Tyne and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Bridgend via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Bridgend?

The distance between Edinburgh and Bridgend is 401 miles. The road distance is 380.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Bridgend without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 6m and costs £130 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Edinburgh to Bridgend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Bridgend bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Bridgend train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Bridgend?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Bridgend is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 6m and costs £130 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 14h 16m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Bridgend bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Bridgend bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Bridgend train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Bridgend?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Bridgend is 381 miles. It takes approximately 7h 36m to drive from Edinburgh to Bridgend.

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

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Where can I stay near Bridgend?

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Edinburgh to Bridgend - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Edinburgh to Bridgend 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 Bridgendtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Haverfordwest / ...
7h 6m
£136–250
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk078
14h 16m
£49–80
Drive 378.7 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Bridgendcar 378.7 mi
7h 36m
£94–135
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 Parkway to Bridgendtrain
5h
£64–172
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
8h 23m
£242–333
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
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 Parkway to Bridgendtrain
5h 46m
£63–193
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 Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain
6h 7m
£100–216
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 Parkway to Bridgendtrain
6h 17m
£92–228
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane EDI - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Bridgendtrain
6h 39m
£126–310

Edinburgh to Bridgend by train

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Distance: 399 mi
Duration: 7h 6m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Bridgend via Crewe in around 7h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 via Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, Cardiff North Road, and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 in around 14h 16m.

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