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Cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley
Showing times and prices for Oct 04
Cheapest
€156
Average
€255
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
06:40AM6h52
Cardiff Central01:32PMEdinburgh Waverley
€1561One-way
2 transfers
08:45AM6h52
Cardiff Central03:37PMEdinburgh Waverley
€1561One-way
2 transfers
09:45AM6h33
Cardiff Central04:18PMEdinburgh Waverley
€1561One-way
1 transfer
06:40AM7h29
Cardiff Central02:09PMEdinburgh Waverley
€2871One-way
1 transfer
05:54AM7h06
Cardiff Central01:00PMEdinburgh Waverley
€3031One-way
1 transfer
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Overview: Train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley
 | Distance | 308 miles (497 km) |
 | Train frequency | 16 a day |
 | Direct train | No |
 | Train companies | Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast or Cross Country |
Trains from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley cover the 308 miles (497 km) long route taking on average 7 h 7 min with our travel partners like Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast or Cross Country. Normally, there are 16 trains operating per day, including direct services available. Travelers depart most frequently from Cardiff Central and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley.
Train providers: CrossCountry from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley trains
You can travel by train to Edinburgh Waverley from Cardiff Central with CrossCountry. When you search Omio for times and tickets, we’ll show you the best deals available.
Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley train information with CrossCountry:
- Average Duration: 7 h 23 min
- CrossCountry frequency: 9 a day
FAQs: Trains from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley
FAQs: Travel by train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley.
The train time to Edinburgh Waverley from Cardiff Central is on average 7 h 7 min for the 308 mile (497 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Cardiff Central and Edinburgh Waverley by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley leaves at 4: 35 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley leaves at 9: 45 PM.
There are 16 trains a day from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley which require at least one change with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast or Cross Country. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast or Cross Country. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services to Edinburgh Waverley from Cardiff Central to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 45 PM.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Cardiff Central, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Edinburgh Waverley, located 0.4 miles (727 m) away from the city centre.
The cheapest month for a train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley is May.
You have options as you can travel to Edinburgh Waverley from Cardiff Central 3 different ways: bus, flight or train.
Trains departing from Cardiff Central
Distance from Cardiff Central to city center
1.1 miles (1.8 km)
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Fri: 05: 40 - 21: 30 | Sat: 05: 40 - 21: 30 | Sun: 07: 30 - 21: 30
How to get to this station?
Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
How to get to nearest airport?
Take the Transport for Wales train from the station to Dinas Powys, then take the 304 bus directly to the airport. The journey takes about 1 hour in total.Amenities at station
Wifi
Free Wi-Fi in the station.
ATM
Located outside of the main entrance.
Taxi
Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Parking
Opening Hours: Mon - Fri: 06: 00 - 23: 59 | Sat: 06: 00 - 01: 30 Parking space: 388 Parking Pricing: €1. 00 for 2 hours | €2. 00 for 4 hours | €4. 00 for 1 day
Shopping
Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Dining
Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen | Pret a Manger | Tesco Express
Car Rentals
Avis | Enterprise | Europcar
Accessibility
There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Trains arriving to Edinburgh Waverley
Distance from Edinburgh Waverley to city center
0.4 miles (727 m)Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 05: 00 - 23: 59 | Sun: 07: 00 - 23: 59How to get to this station?
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.
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.
How to get to nearest airport?
There is a direct tram from St Andrew Square that goes between the airport and the train station for 35 minutes. You can also opt to ride the Airlink 100 bus for 28 minutes.Amenities at station
Wifi
Free public Wi-Fi available.
ATM
There are a few ATM machines around the station.
Taxi
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.
Lockers
You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
Parking
Opening Hours: 24/7 Parking space: 509 (including 16 handicapped spaces) Parking Pricing: Free for the first 40 minutes | £8. 50 up to 3 hours | £12. 00 up to 5 hours | £17. 50 up to 10 hours | £22. 00 up to 24 hours
Shopping
Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
Dining
Bagel Factory | Burger King | Caffè Nero | Costa Coffee | JD Wetherspoon | The Pasty Shop | The Beer House | M&S | Pret a Manger
Car Rentals
Europcar | Enterprise
Information Desk
Information booths are located on the concourse.
Accessibility
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.
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