How to get from
Cardiff to Edinburgh
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Compare prices to get from Cardiff to Edinburgh
€ 52|6h 5m
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Avanti West Coast05:48
6h 32m
12:20
Cardiff CentralEdinburgh (Waverley)
€ 97
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1 stop
Avanti West Coast16:16
6h 5m
22:21
Cardiff CentralEdinburgh (Waverley)
€ 293
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1 stop
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CrossCountry19:50
15h 18m
11:08
Cardiff CentralEdinburgh (Waverley)
€ 99
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1 stop
Transport for Wales22:22
11h 56m
10:18
Cardiff CentralEdinburgh (Waverley)
€ 146
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1 stop
- Prices shown from Cardiff to Edinburgh are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare transport options from Cardiff to Edinburgh
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Edinburgh costs only € 58 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 7h 44m by Trains. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains
Cheapest
Fastest
Average price
€ 58
Average duration
7h 44m
Departure Time
22:21 - 11:08
Direct options
· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Cardiff to Edinburgh is Monday, with an average price of € 62.
€ 69
€ 66
€ 62
€ 59
What is the cheapest day to travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from Cardiff to Edinburgh is Monday, with an average price of € 47.
€ 47
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From Cardiff to Edinburgh: Travel Information
Companies operating from Cardiff to Edinburgh
Find stations and airports near Cardiff and Edinburgh
Popular train stations near Cardiff
Cardiff Queen Street
Cathays
Cardiff Central
Cardiff Bay
Grangetown (Cardiff)
Popular train stations near Edinburgh
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Haymarket
Slateford
Brunstane
Kingsknowe
Popular airports near Cardiff
Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Bristol Airport (BRS)
Nearby
Popular airports near Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Dundee Airport (DND)
Nearby
FAQ – How to Get from Cardiff to Edinburgh
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How far is it from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
The distance from Cardiff to Edinburgh is about 506km (314 mi). -
How to get from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
There are 2 modes of transport available from Cardiff to Edinburgh, including Flights Trains. -
What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Edinburgh is by Trains, with an average journey time of 7h 44m. -
What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Edinburgh is by Trains, with an average price of € 58. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Flights costs around € 146 on avergae. -
Where do trips from Cardiff to Edinburgh usually depart and arrive?
Travellers typically choose the following departure and arrival points from Cardiff to Edinburgh: Flights usually departs from Cardiff Airport and arrives at Edinburgh Airport Trains usually departs from Cardiff Queen Street and arrives at Edinburgh (Waverley) . -
When is the cheapest time to buy tickets from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
Train, bus, and flight schedules may vary depending on the season or day of the week. Based on data from Trip.com: CardifftoEdinburghTrains is usually the cheapest at Monday, with an average price of € 62 CardifftoEdinburghBuses is usually the cheapest at Monday, with an average price of € 47 . -
Is there a time difference between Cardiff and Edinburgh?
The time difference between Cardiff and Edinburgh is 0m.