Compare all timetables for the bus from Cardiff to Edinburgh
Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Cardiff to Edinburgh from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.
Cheapest bus trips today
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus14h 10m04:15 PMCardiffBus Station Wood St6:25 AMEdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
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National Express15h 5m03:45 PMCardiffCoach Station6:50 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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National Express14h 55m05:10 PMCardiffCoach Station8:05 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh via Manchester, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
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National Express15h 30m08:20 AMCardiffCoach Station2:20 PMManchesterCoach Station0Economy
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megabus7h 0m04:50 PMManchesterShudehill Interchange11:50 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
Waiting Time 2h 30mTravel time is 1h 20m longer, but you will save $7 -
Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus14h 10m04:15 PMCardiffBus Station Wood St6:25 AMEdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
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National Express15h 55m03:15 AMCardiffCoach Station7:10 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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National Express15h 5m03:45 PMCardiffCoach Station6:50 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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National Express14h 55m05:10 PMCardiffCoach Station8:05 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh via Manchester, you can save more than $16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
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National Express15h 30m08:20 AMCardiffCoach Station2:20 PMManchesterCoach Station0Economy
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megabus7h 0m04:50 PMManchesterShudehill Interchange11:50 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
Waiting Time 2h 30mTravel time is 1h 20m longer, but you will save $16 -
Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus14h 10m04:15 PMCardiffBus Station Wood St6:25 AMEdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
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National Express14h 50m04:00 PMCardiffCoach Station6:50 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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National Express15h 40m03:15 AMCardiffCoach Station6:55 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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National Express14h 40m05:25 PMCardiffCoach Station8:05 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh via Manchester, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
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National Express15h 30m08:20 AMCardiffCoach Station2:20 PMManchesterCoach Station0Economy
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megabus7h 0m04:50 PMManchesterShudehill Interchange11:50 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
Waiting Time 2h 30mTravel time is 1h 20m longer, but you will save $12 -
Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus14h 10m04:15 PMCardiffBus Station Wood St6:25 AMEdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
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National Express15h 40m03:15 AMCardiffCoach Station6:55 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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National Express14h 50m04:00 PMCardiffCoach Station6:50 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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National Express14h 40m05:25 PMCardiffCoach Station8:05 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh via Manchester, you can save more than $13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
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National Express15h 30m08:20 AMCardiffCoach Station2:20 PMManchesterCoach Station0Economy
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megabus7h 0m04:50 PMManchesterShudehill Interchange11:50 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
Waiting Time 2h 30mTravel time is 1h 20m longer, but you will save $13 -
Cheapest bus trips Monday
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus14h 10m04:15 PMCardiffBus Station Wood St6:25 AMEdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
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National Express14h 55m05:10 PMCardiffCoach Station8:05 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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National Express15h 40m03:15 AMCardiffCoach Station6:55 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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National Express15h 5m03:45 PMCardiffCoach Station6:50 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus14h 10m04:15 PMCardiffBus Station Wood St6:25 AMEdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
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National Express15h 40m03:15 AMCardiffCoach Station6:55 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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National Express14h 55m05:10 PMCardiffCoach Station8:05 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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National Express15h 5m03:45 PMCardiffCoach Station6:50 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Prices are for one way and one person
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National Express15h 40m03:15 AMCardiffCoach Station6:55 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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National Express14h 55m05:10 PMCardiffCoach Station8:05 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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National Express15h 5m03:45 PMCardiffCoach Station6:50 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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FlixBus14h 10m04:15 PMCardiffBus Station Wood St6:25 AMEdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
Frequency of bus connections between Cardiff and Edinburgh
Sunday
is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from Cardiff to Edinburgh. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Cardiff and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 21 buses from Cardiff to Edinburgh, while Night sees the fewest connections between Cardiff and Edinburgh, with 7 offers.
Facts about the bus from Cardiff to Edinburgh
Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Cardiff to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cardiff to Edinburgh starting from $28!
| Cheapest Bus | $28 |
| Fastest Bus | 14h 10m |
| Earliest Bus | 3:45 PM |
| Latest Bus | 5:25 PM |
| Daily Bus Routes | 3 Ø |
| Distance | 309.1 miles |
| Bus Companies | National Express and FlixBus |
Cheapest bus connections from Cardiff to Edinburgh
Every day, 3 buses from 2 bus companies leave Cardiff for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 10/31/2024 and for the following days.
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
10/27
Monday
10/28
Tuesday
10/29
Wednesday
10/30
Thursday
10/31
$59
Friday
11/01
$55
Saturday
11/02
$55
Sunday
11/03
$65
Monday
11/04
$41
Tuesday
11/05
$35
Wednesday
11/06
$35
Thursday
11/07
$35
Friday
11/08
$39
Saturday
11/09
$39
Sunday
11/10
$43
Monday
11/11
$39
Tuesday
11/12
$28
Wednesday
11/13
$35
Thursday
11/14
$35
Friday
11/15
$38
Saturday
11/16
$36
Sunday
11/17
$32
Monday
11/18
$32
Tuesday
11/19
$28
Wednesday
11/20
$35
Thursday
11/21
$35
Friday
11/22
$38
Saturday
11/23
The cheapest time to travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh
With a price starting from $28, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cardiff to Edinburgh. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $49.
Afternoon
is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cardiff to Edinburgh, with $28. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $35.
How to save money travelling from Cardiff to Edinburgh
Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:
Book the ticket from Cardiff to Edinburgh in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Cardiff to Edinburgh, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.
If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Cardiff to Edinburgh are also emptier.Beloved bus companies from Cardiff to Edinburgh
These are the most booked bus companies between Cardiff to Edinburgh from our users.
National Express from Cardiff to Edinburgh
Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Cardiff to Edinburgh:
| Cheapest Price | $35 |
| Fastest Bus | 14h 40m |
| Earliest Bus | 3:45 PM |
| Last Bus | 5:25 PM |
| Daily Connections | 2 Ø |
| Found on | 10/31/2024 |
FlixBus from Cardiff to Edinburgh
Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Cardiff to Edinburgh:
| Cheapest Price | $28 |
| Fastest Bus | 14h 10m |
| Earliest Bus | 4:15 PM |
| Last Bus | 4:15 PM |
| Daily Connections | 1 Ø |
| Found on | 10/29/2024 |
All bus stations and stops in Cardiff and Edinburgh
In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Cardiff and Edinburgh.
Service and Comfort on the bus from Cardiff to Edinburgh
Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Cardiff to Edinburgh? Or which bus companies serve the route Cardiff to Edinburgh? Below you will find answers to your questions.
FAQs about the Cardiff to Edinburgh bus
How much does a Cardiff Edinburgh bus trip cost?
This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $28 and takes 14h 10m to reach Edinburgh. Compare offers to save money!
How much could I save by comparing buses from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $28 and $80. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Edinburgh.
On average, how many connections are available from Cardiff to Edinburgh each day?
Every day, the Cardiff to Edinburgh bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.
How long does a bus journey from Cardiff to Edinburgh take?
The fastest bus from Cardiff to Edinburgh is offered by FlixBus and takes 14h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $43. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.
What time is the first bus from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
The earliest bus arriving in Edinburgh from Cardiff starts at 3:45 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.
What time is the last bus from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
The latest bus trip departing from Cardiff for Edinburgh starts at 5:25 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
Which bus companies operate the Cardiff Edinburgh route?
When traveling by bus from Cardiff to Edinburgh, passengers can travel with National Express and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.
Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Edinburgh?
You can check all the direct connections between Cardiff and Edinburgh by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.
What can I take with me on the Cardiff to Edinburgh bus route?
Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Cardiff Edinburgh bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.
What equipment is available for the Cardiff Edinburgh bus route?
The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Cardiff to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.
Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cardiff to Edinburgh
Economy
The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.
Alternate transport types from Cardiff to Edinburgh
Did not find the right bus? Here is a selection of alternate transport types from the schedule from Cardiff to Edinburgh for the next days.
Cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Edinburgh
Here is a selection of the cheapest trains from the schedule from Cardiff to Edinburgh for the next days.-
Transport for Wales7h 2m04:35 AMCardiffCentral Station11:37 AMEdinburghWaverley Station0Economy
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Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 26m05:54 AMCardiffCentral Station12:20 PMEdinburghWaverley Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales7h 2m04:35 AMCardiffCentral Station11:37 AMEdinburghWaverley Station0First Class
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Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 26m05:54 AMCardiffCentral Station12:20 PMEdinburghWaverley Station0First Class
More bus routes to Cardiff and to Edinburgh
Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Cardiff and to Edinburgh. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
- Bus Routes to Cardiff
- Bus Amsterdam to Cardiff
- Bus Blackpool to Cardiff
- Bus Bournemouth to Cardiff
- Bus Bridgend to Cardiff
- Bus Bridgwater to Cardiff
- Bus Cheltenham to Cardiff
- Bus Chepstow to Cardiff
- Bus Colchester to Cardiff
- Bus Coventry to Cardiff
- Bus Glasgow to Cardiff
- Bus Leeds to Cardiff
- Bus Lyon to Cardiff
- Bus Manchester to Cardiff
- Bus Newcastle upon Tyne to Cardiff
- Bus Nottingham to Cardiff
- Bus Oxford to Cardiff
- Bus Plymouth to Cardiff
- Bus Reading to Cardiff
- Bus Tenby to Cardiff
- Bus Wexford to Cardiff
- Bus Routes to Edinburgh
- Bus Ascot to Edinburgh
- Bus Bearsden to Edinburgh
- Bus Belfast to Edinburgh
- Bus Birmingham to Edinburgh
- Bus Brighton to Edinburgh
- Bus Bristol to Edinburgh
- Bus Canterbury to Edinburgh
- Bus Dundee to Edinburgh
- Bus East Kilbride to Edinburgh
- Bus Kinross to Edinburgh
- Bus Liverpool to Edinburgh
- Bus Manchester to Edinburgh
- Bus Oban to Edinburgh
- Bus Oxford to Edinburgh
- Bus Paris to Edinburgh
- Bus Perth to Edinburgh
- Bus Sheffield to Edinburgh
- Bus Stirling to Edinburgh
- Bus Sunderland to Edinburgh
- Bus York to Edinburgh
Popular Airport Shuttles to Cardiff and to Edinburgh
