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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Cardiff Central | Waverley | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Cardiff Central | Waverley | 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.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cardiff and Edinburgh?
Edinburgh
- ABoots Waverley Station, Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH2 2QP, UK
- BRosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
- CEdinburgh Park, Edinburgh EH12 9FX, UK
- DEdinburgh Gateway, Edinburgh EH12 9GF, UK
- E13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
Train Companies
Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $74
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cardiff to Edinburgh by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Edinburgh start from $74. The average price for this train route is around $169. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
The average train ride duration from Cardiff to Edinburgh is 7h 24m, covering a distance of 309 miles (498 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 12m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Cardiff to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
The earliest train departs from Cardiff to Edinburgh at 8:45am. And the latest train departs at 3:49pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
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 Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $91To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cardiff to Edinburgh, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $91 to $670 for a train ticket from Cardiff to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $91 which is on 2025-12-16.
