How to get from Cardiff to Edinburgh

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What is the best way to travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh?

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Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
14h 5m
$35
$53
12
Train
6h 26m
$100
$258
6
Flight
1h 15m
$32
$263
15

What is the cheapest way to reach Edinburgh from Cardiff?

You can get to Edinburgh with just $32 by taking a Flight from EasyJet Airline, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Friday
from $54
Saturday
from $32
Sunday
from $49
Monday
from $46
Tuesday
from $34
Wednesday
from $39
Thursday
from $39

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    14h 5m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $54
  • FlixBus
    15h 0m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Bus Stop
    8:15 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $74
  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    4:15 PM
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Bus Stop
    6:25 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $75
  • National Express
    18h 40m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    4:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $82
  • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Transport for Wales
    6h 31m
    0
    5:49 AM
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    12:20 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from $101
  • Transport for Wales
    7h 4m
    0
    4:33 AM
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    11:37 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from $353
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    6h 26m
    0
    5:54 AM
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    12:20 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $353

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    7:20 PM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    8:35 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $32
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    9:20 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $38
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    11:05 AM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    12:20 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $40
  • Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    15h 40m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:55 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $50
  • National Express
    14h 5m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $50
  • National Express
    14h 10m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    7:40 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $63
  • FlixBus
    15h 0m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Bus Stop
    8:15 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $67

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    18h 40m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    4:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $49
  • National Express
    14h 5m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $50
  • National Express
    17h 19m
    0
    11:31 PM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    4:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $52
  • FlixBus
    16h 5m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    9:35 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $60

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    15h 40m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:55 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $46
  • National Express
    14h 5m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $48
  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    4:15 PM
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Bus Stop
    6:25 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $48
  • FlixBus
    15h 0m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Bus Stop
    8:15 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $48
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    7:05 AM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    8:25 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $52
  • Ryanair
    5h 0m
    0
    6:10 PM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    11:10 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $79
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    13h 30m
    0
    7:10 PM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    8:40 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $292
  • Eastern Airways
    6h 20m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    12:35 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Airways
    Economy
    from $950

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Ryanair
    6h 20m
    0
    7:20 AM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    1:40 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $34
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    8:20 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $52
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    12h 50m
    0
    7:10 PM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    8:00 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $215
  • Aurigny Air Services
    24h 25m
    0
    3:10 PM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    3:35 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aurigny Air Services
    Economy
    from $264
  • Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    14h 55m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    8:05 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $35
  • National Express
    15h 40m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:55 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $40
  • National Express
    15h 5m
    0
    3:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $41
  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    4:15 PM
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Bus Stop
    6:25 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $49
  • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Transport for Wales
    6h 31m
    0
    5:49 AM
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    12:20 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from $100
  • Transport for Wales
    6h 26m
    0
    7:53 AM
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    2:19 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from $100
  • Transport for Wales
    7h 4m
    0
    4:33 AM
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    11:37 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from $351
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    6h 26m
    0
    5:54 AM
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    12:20 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $351

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    14h 55m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    8:05 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $39
  • National Express
    15h 40m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:55 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $40
  • National Express
    15h 5m
    0
    3:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $45
  • FlixBus
    15h 0m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Bus Stop
    8:15 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $55

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    14h 55m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    8:05 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $39
  • National Express
    15h 40m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:55 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $40
  • National Express
    15h 5m
    0
    3:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $45
  • FlixBus
    14h 25m
    0
    7:10 AM
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Bus Stop
    9:35 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $50
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    9:10 PM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    10:25 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $89
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    8:20 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $108
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    9:00 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $118
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    2:55 PM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    4:10 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $214

What are the fastest trips from Cardiff to Edinburgh?

You can get to Edinburgh from Cardiff in just 1h 15m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Friday
from 6h 26m
Saturday
from 1h 15m
Sunday
from 14h 5m
Monday
from 1h 20m
Tuesday
from 1h 20m
Wednesday
from 14h 25m
Thursday
from 1h 15m

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    6h 26m
    0
    5:54 AM
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    12:20 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $353
  • Transport for Wales
    6h 31m
    0
    5:49 AM
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    12:20 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from $101
  • Transport for Wales
    7h 4m
    0
    4:33 AM
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    11:37 AM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from $353
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    14h 5m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $54
  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    4:15 PM
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Bus Stop
    6:25 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $75
  • National Express
    14h 10m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    7:40 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $85
  • FlixBus
    15h 0m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Bus Stop
    8:15 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $74

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    7:20 PM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    8:35 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $32
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    11:05 AM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    12:20 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $40
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    9:20 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $38
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    14h 5m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $50
  • National Express
    14h 10m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    7:40 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $63
  • FlixBus
    15h 0m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Bus Stop
    8:15 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $67
  • National Express
    15h 40m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:55 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $50

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    14h 5m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $50
  • FlixBus
    15h 0m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Bus Stop
    8:15 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $63
  • FlixBus
    16h 5m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    9:35 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $60
  • National Express
    17h 19m
    0
    11:31 PM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    4:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $52

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    7:05 AM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    8:25 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $52
  • Ryanair
    5h 0m
    0
    6:10 PM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    11:10 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $79
  • Eastern Airways
    6h 20m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    12:35 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Airways
    Economy
    from $950
  • KLM Cityhopper
    7h 5m
    0
    9:20 AM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    4:25 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from $950
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    14h 5m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $48
  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    4:15 PM
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Bus Stop
    6:25 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $48
  • FlixBus
    15h 0m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Bus Stop
    8:15 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $48
  • National Express
    15h 40m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:55 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $46

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    8:20 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $52
  • Ryanair
    6h 20m
    0
    7:20 AM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    1:40 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $34
  • Eastern Airways
    7h 55m
    0
    1:50 PM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    9:45 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Airways
    Economy
    from $950
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    12h 50m
    0
    7:10 PM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    8:00 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from $215
  • Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Transport for Wales
    6h 26m
    0
    7:53 AM
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    2:19 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from $100
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    6h 26m
    0
    5:54 AM
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    12:20 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $351
  • Transport for Wales
    6h 31m
    0
    5:49 AM
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    12:20 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from $100
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    6h 41m
    0
    6:51 AM
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    1:32 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $351
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    4:15 PM
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Bus Stop
    6:25 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $49
  • National Express
    14h 55m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    8:05 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $35
  • FlixBus
    15h 0m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Bus Stop
    8:15 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $50
  • National Express
    15h 5m
    0
    3:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $41

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    14h 25m
    0
    7:10 AM
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Bus Stop
    9:35 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $56
  • National Express
    14h 55m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    8:05 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $39
  • FlixBus
    15h 0m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Bus Stop
    8:15 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $55
  • National Express
    15h 5m
    0
    3:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $45

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    9:10 PM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    10:25 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $89
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    9:00 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $118
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    2:55 PM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    4:10 PM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $214
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    8:20 AM
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $108
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  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    4:15 PM
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Bus Stop
    6:25 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $56
  • FlixBus
    14h 25m
    0
    7:10 AM
    Cardiff
    Kingsway Bus Stop
    9:35 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $50
  • National Express
    14h 55m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    8:05 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $39
  • National Express
    15h 5m
    0
    3:45 PM
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    6:50 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $45
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Cardiff to Edinburgh

What are the most popular stations in Cardiff and Edinburgh?

In Cardiff, you will usually depart from Central Station, Bus Interchange or National Museum, while in Edinburgh you will be arriving at St Andrew's House Station, Waverley Station or Park Central, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Edinburgh from Cardiff? With 8 connections between 5 Bus, Train and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Cardiff and Edinburgh, you can pay as low as $32 with a Flight from EasyJet Airline.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from EasyJet Airline: you will get to Edinburgh in just 1h 15m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Cardiff and Edinburgh are National Express, FlixBus and EasyJet Airline, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Cardiff and Edinburgh is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Newlyn or to Broomhouse, and look at flights from Cardiff Airport, and landing at Edinburgh Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Cardiff to Edinburgh?

The most popular companies between Cardiff and Edinburgh, are National Express, FlixBus and EasyJet Airline. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express and FlixBus

Train companies: Transport for Wales and Great Western Railway (GWR)

Airlines: EasyJet Airline, Ryanair, Eastern Air Lines (2011) and 3 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Cardiff to Edinburgh. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Cardiff to Edinburgh

How can I reach Edinburgh from Cardiff?

Every day, there are on average 8 connections between Bus, Train and Flight, with which you can get to Edinburgh from Cardiff.

How far is Edinburgh from Cardiff?

The distance between Cardiff and Edinburgh is 309.1 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Cardiff and Edinburgh?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 13 kgs of CO2, a train 17 kgs, a car 85 kgs, and a flight 122 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Cardiff to Edinburgh?

You can get to Edinburgh with just $32 by taking a Flight from EasyJet Airline.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Edinburgh in just 1h 15m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline.

More routes to Cardiff and to Edinburgh

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Cardiff and to Edinburgh. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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