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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff

Composite routes from Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff

Cheapest
6 h 46 min
Car
623 km.
from $34
Other
6 h 33 min
496 km.
from $357.50
4 h 46 min
Bus, Plane
495 km.
from $84.84
12 h 27 min
496 km.
from $83.65
4 h 38 min
Bus, Plane
495 km.
from $96.47
7 h 23 min
496 km.
from $197.02
5 h 22 min
Train, Plane
495 km.
from $118.86
5 h 56 min
Bus, Plane
495 km.
from $204.08
6 h
Train, Plane
495 km.
from $206.71

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$41.77–$291.13

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$34.18–$164.55
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$177.21
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$43.04–$202.52
Plane from Newcastle to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$43.04–$227.84

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$189.87–$531.63

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$139.24–$430.36

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewe
Ave. Duration:
3h 9m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$126.58–$316.44

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
gwr.feedback@gwr.com
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$63.29

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$39.24–$75.95
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newport
Ave. Duration:
6h 37m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$253.16–$822.76
Train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$75.95–$202.52
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.28–$240.50

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
customers@lner.co.uk
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$107.59–$151.89

Lumo

Phone:
0800 031 8542
Email:
Passengerassistance@lumo.co.uk.
Website:
lumo.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
4 times a day

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$43.04

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
3h 14m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$58.23–$139.24
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$88.60

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Crewe to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.62–$107.59
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
3h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.28–$139.24
Train from Barry to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.18–$6.33

Bus operators

Megabus UK

Email:
enquiries@megabus.com
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kingsway
Ave. Duration:
10h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$40.50–$56.96

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
info@citylink.co.uk
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Princes Street to Buchanan
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff is to bus which costs $48.91 - $70.65 and takes 12h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 4h 38m and costs $53.26 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Castle and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Cardiff Central via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Cardiff is 611 km. The road distance is 621.9 km.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 6h 33m and costs $173.91 - $369.57 .

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff bus from?

Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff train from?

Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff is to train which takes 6h 33m and costs $173.91 - $369.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $48.91 - $70.65 and takes 12h 27m.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff train arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff is 622 km. It takes approximately 6h 37m to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh Castle to Cardiff?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1273+ hotels available in Cardiff. Prices start at $56.47 per night.
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