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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Cardiff Central | Waverley | Cheapest | |||||
| Cardiff Central | Waverley | Fastest |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Cardiff to Edinburgh.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$34 - $123 | Average Duration14h 25m | 12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | CheapestMost eco-friendly | ||
| Average Price$168 - $706 | Average Duration7h 23m | 12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | |||
Carpool | Average Price$50 - $50 | Average Duration6h 20m | 21kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars | Fastest |
Busbud recommends carpooling from Cardiff to EdinburghAmong 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.
Train Cardiff to Edinburgh: Trip Overview
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Based on 43 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 power outlets. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $168
Cardiff to Edinburgh Train
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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 Oct 6, 2025 with a price of $217To 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 $217 to $366 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 $217 which is on 2025-10-06.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Cardiff to Edinburgh is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Edinburgh, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
By choosing the train between Cardiff and Edinburgh, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Make a music playlist for your train ride from Cardiff to Edinburgh, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!
You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.
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