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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bridgend to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
$302
Average price
$302
Fastest journey
8 h 38 m
Average duration
8 h 38 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
495 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bridgend to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bridgend to Edinburgh will cost around $302 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $302.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bridgend for Edinburgh on Tue, Jan 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 20 the direct trains cover the 495 km distance in an average of 8 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 38 m .
On Tue, Jan 20 the slowest trains will take 8 h 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bridgend to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bridgend to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €55, and a train costs an average of €295.
Distance: 307 miles (495 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€303 Average price | €56 Average price Cheapest | €90 Average price |
7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 53m Average total duration 13h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bridgend to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Bridgend to Edinburgh trains for today, Monday, January 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:31 AM Bridgend | 8h38 | 1:09 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:40 AM Bridgend | 9h21 | 2:01 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bridgend to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited KingdomTrain Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Bridgend to Edinburgh start from as low as $363 (€295) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $373 (€303) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 4 daily trains from Bridgend to Edinburgh with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 6h 58m but the average duration is 7h 27m
Train Operators
- Travel from Bridgend to Edinburgh with first_great_western and Transport for Wales
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is first_great_western.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Bridgend station (BGN) and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
- First train typically departs at 04:25 AM and the last at 05:07 PM
Distance 307 miles (495 km) |
Average train duration 7h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $363 (€295) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 58m |
First train 04:25 |
Last train 17:07 |
Train companies: first_great_western, Transport for Wales from Bridgend to Edinburgh trainsfirst_great_western, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Bridgend and Edinburgh from $67 (€55). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bridgend to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgend to Edinburgh by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bridgend to Edinburgh
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 07:40 - 19:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. All platforms are accessible and are connected via a footbridge with lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The accessible toilet and Changing Places toilet are located on Platform 1 and are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places toilet can be accessed from 06:00 to 22:00
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The accessible toilet and Changing Places toilet are located on Platform 1 and are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places toilet can be accessed from 06:00 to 22:00
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station entrance
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Lockers
ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
- Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
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