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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Bus Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Bus Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Cardiff to Edinburgh
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cardiff to Edinburgh by bus
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Edinburgh was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $32To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cardiff to Edinburgh, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $32 to $82 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-11-17.
What's the cheapest way to go from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
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Popular Buses Connecting Cardiff
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