How to get from
Cardiff to Edinburgh
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- 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 36m by Trains. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains
Cheapest
Fastest
Average price
€58
Average duration
7h 36m
Departure Time
08:44 - 11:08
Direct options
Flights
Average price
€143
Average duration
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Departure Time
08:20 - 20:45
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· 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 Wednesday, with an average price of €58.
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€53
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 €48.
€48
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From Cardiff to Edinburgh: Travel Information
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?
It’s about 506 km (314 mi) from Cardiff to Edinburgh. -
How do I get from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
You can travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh in 2 different ways: Flights, Trains. -
What’s 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 36m. -
What’s the cheapest way to travel 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 €143 on avergae. -
What are the main departure and arrival points between Cardiff and Edinburgh?
When traveling from Cardiff to Edinburgh, travelers usually depart from and arrive to the following locations: Flights typically departs from Cardiff Airport and arrives at Edinburgh Airport , Trains typically departs from Cardiff Queen Street and arrives at Edinburgh (Waverley) . -
When should you book tickets from Cardiff to Edinburgh to get the best deal?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh are usually cheapest (Wednesday), with an average price of €58 Flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh are usually cheapest (Monday), with an average price of €48 . -
Are Cardiff and Edinburgh in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Cardiff and Edinburgh.