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How to Travel from

Edinburgh to Cardiff Airport

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Transport providers

Airlines

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$34.18–$164.55

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
Train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$56.96

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 Bristol
Ave. Duration:
6h 12m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$253.16–$822.76
Train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$36.71–$63.29

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

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 Cardiff Central to Rhoose
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.82–$8.86
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
3h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.28–$139.24

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 Airport?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Cardiff Airport is to bus which costs $51.09 - $70.65 and takes 14h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Cardiff Airport is to fly which takes 2h 47m and costs $36.96 - $173.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Cardiff Airport?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Cardiff Airport. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Cardiff Airport via Buchanan Bus Station, Kingsway GR and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Cardiff Airport?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Cardiff Airport. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Rhoose via Crewe and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Cardiff Airport?

The distance between Edinburgh and Cardiff Airport is 517 km. The road distance is 644.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cardiff Airport without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 8h 16m and costs $173.91 - $380.43 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Edinburgh to Cardiff Airport, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh to Cardiff Airport?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cardiff Airport is to fly which takes 2h 47m and costs $36.96 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can train via Crewe, which costs $173.91 - $380.43 and takes 8h 16m, you could also bus, which costs $51.09 - $70.65 and takes 14h 41m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Cardiff Airport bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Cardiff Airport train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Cardiff Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Cardiff Airport is 645 km. It takes approximately 6h 53m to drive from Edinburgh to Cardiff Airport.

Where can I stay near Cardiff Airport?

There are 1172+ hotels available in Cardiff Airport. Prices start at $56.47 per night.
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