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How to Travel from

Cardiff Airport to Edinburgh

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.49–$13.92

Megabus UK

Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Bristol Bond St to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
8h 20m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$35.44–$49.37

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Airlines

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Cardiff Wales Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$151.89–$531.63

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Cardiff Wales Airport to Edinburgh
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 Crewe to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$126.58–$316.44

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Newport (S Wales) to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
6h 43m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$265.81–$886.04

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Cardiff Central to Crewe
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.62–$107.59

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh is to bus which costs $52.17 - $76.09 and takes 13h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 1h 51m and costs $36.96 - $173.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Airport and arriving at Princes Street via Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave, Bristol Bond St and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 53m.

How far is it from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh?

The distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and Edinburgh is 517 km. The road distance is 645.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 8h 45m and costs $163.04 - $369.57 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh, including transfers.

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

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 1h 51m and costs $36.96 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can train via Crewe, which costs $163.04 - $369.57 and takes 8h 45m, you could also bus, which costs $52.17 - $76.09 and takes 13h 53m.

Where does the Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh is 645 km. It takes approximately 6h 54m to drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2157+ hotels available in Edinburgh. Prices start at $44.14 per night.
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