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How to Travel from

Edinburgh to Cardiff University

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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
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
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
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
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
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

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
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 to Cardiff University?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Cardiff University is to bus which costs $48.91 - $70.65 and takes 12h 42m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Cardiff University?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Cardiff University. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Cardiff University?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Cardiff University. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Cardiff Central via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Cardiff University?

The distance between Edinburgh and Cardiff University is 611 km. The road distance is 623 km.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cardiff University without a car is to train which takes 6h 32m and costs $173.91 - $369.57 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Edinburgh to Cardiff University, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Cardiff University?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cardiff University is to train which takes 6h 32m and costs $173.91 - $369.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $48.91 - $70.65 and takes 12h 42m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Cardiff University bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Cardiff University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Cardiff University?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Cardiff University is 623 km. It takes approximately 6h 39m to drive from Edinburgh to Cardiff University.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff University?

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