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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.
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The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Edinburgh costs only US$71 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 7h 28m by Trains. Find the travel option that best suits you.
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Cheapest
Fastest
Average price
US$71
Average duration
7h 28m
Departure time
04:33 - 18:10
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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 Tuesday, with an average price of US$71.
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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 US$56.
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From Cardiff to Edinburgh: Travel Information
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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
Popular bus stations near Cardiff
Cardiff Gorsedd Gardens Road
Cardiff Boulevard De Nantes
Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
Cardiff North Rd
Cardiff Castle Street
Popular bus stations near Edinburgh
Edinburgh Waverley Bus Station
Edinburgh North Bridge
Edinburgh Waverly Bridge Stop WA
Edinburgh Waterloo Place
Edinburgh Leith Street Stop JA
FAQ – How to Get from Cardiff to Edinburgh
How far is it from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
It’s about 506km (314 mi) from Cardiff to Edinburgh.How do I travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
There are 2 different ways to get from Cardiff to Edinburgh, including Flights, Trains.What is the fastest way to travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Edinburgh is by Trains, with an average journey time of 7h 28m.What is 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 US$71. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Flights costs around US$173 on avergae.Where do trips from Cardiff to Edinburgh usually depart and arrive?
For trips between Cardiff and Edinburgh, visitors typically use the following departure and arrival points: Most Flights depart from Cardiff Airport and arrive at Edinburgh Airport; Trains depart from Cardiff Queen Street and arrive at Edinburgh (Waverley); Buses depart from Cardiff Gorsedd Gardens Road and arrive at Edinburgh Waverley Bus Station.When is the cheapest time to buy tickets from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh are typically cheapest Tuesday, with an average fare of US$71. Flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of US$56Is there a time difference between Cardiff and Edinburgh?
The time difference between Cardiff and Edinburgh is 0m.