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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Cardiff is to bus which costs £45 - £80 and takes 12h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 4h 16m and costs £60 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Cardiff North Road via Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Cardiff?

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?

The distance between Edinburgh and Cardiff is 381 miles. The road distance is 369.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cardiff without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 24m and costs £130 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Edinburgh to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cardiff is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 24m and costs £130 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 12h 40m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Cardiff is 370 miles. It takes approximately 7h 15m to drive from Edinburgh to Cardiff.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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

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There are 9 ways to get from Edinburgh to Cardiff 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 24m
£134–237
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
12h 40m
£46–78
Drive 367.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Cardiffcar 367.4 mi
7h 15m
£89–129
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 16m
£62–158
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
7h 1m
£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 15m
£143–254
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 Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 56m
£57–175
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 45m
£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 27m
£84–215

Edinburgh to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 378.9 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central via Crewe in around 6h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Cardiff North Road via Newcastle-Upon-Tyne in around 12h 40m.

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