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Cardiff to Edinburgh
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Compare prices 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 Flights and Trains from Cardiff to Edinburgh
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Edinburgh costs only $66 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 6h 45m by Trains. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains
Cheapest
Fastest
Average price
$66
Average duration
6h 45m
Departure time
13:00 - 23:44
Direct options
Flights
Average price
$168
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 $66.
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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 $55.
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Cardiff to Edinburgh travel tips
Find departure & arrival points 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
How to travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh: FAQs
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 6h 45m.What’s the most budget-friendly way to travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Edinburgh is by Trains, with an average price of $66. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Flights costs around $168 on avergae.What are the main departure and arrival points for trips between Cardiff and Edinburgh?
For trips between Cardiff and Edinburgh, travelers 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.How far in advance should I 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 typically cheapest Wednesday, with an average fare of $66. Flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of $55Are Cardiff and Edinburgh in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Cardiff and Edinburgh.