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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Wales is to bus via Leeds which costs £28 - £45 and takes 7h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Wales is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Wales. However, there are services departing from North St David Street and arriving at Wales Road/Limetree Avenue via Sheffield Interchange/C6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Wales. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Sheffield via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Wales?

The distance between Edinburgh and Wales is 277 miles. The road distance is 227.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Wales without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £120 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Edinburgh to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Wales bus from?

Edinburgh to Wales bus services, operated by National Express, depart from North St David Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Wales train from?

Edinburgh to Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Wales?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Wales is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £120 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Wales bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Wales bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sheffield Interchange/E2 station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Wales train arrive?

Edinburgh to Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Wales is 227 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Edinburgh to Wales.

Where can I stay near Wales?

There are 1469+ hotels available in Wales.

Edinburgh to Wales - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to Wales by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Sheffieldtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 25m
£121–176
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Sheffield Interchange/E2bus 131 / ...
7h 10m
£28–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from North St David Street to Sheffield Interchange/E2bus 832
6h 46m
£36–58
Drive 225.9 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Walescar 225.9 mi
4h 21m
£57–82
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
6h 41m
£72–190
Fly 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 Sheffieldtrain
5h 26m
£72–168

Edinburgh to Wales by train and bus

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Distance: 275.5 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Sheffield hourly. Tickets cost £110–180 and the journey takes 3h 49m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from North St David Street to Sheffield Interchange/E2 twice a week. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 6h 10m.

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