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Cardiff Central to Edinburgh train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £22.20, with average prices for this route around £60.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Thu, May 22
From £22.20
Fri, May 23
From £30.20
Sat, May 24
From £30.20
Sun, May 25
From £30.20
Mon, May 26
From £30.20
Tue, May 27
From £30.20
Wed, May 28

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
04:32 Cardiff Central	11:37 Edinburgh (Waverley)	7h 5m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:49 Cardiff Central	12:20 Edinburgh (Waverley)	6h 31m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:49 Cardiff Central	13:32 Edinburgh (Waverley)	7h 43m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:54 Cardiff Central	12:20 Edinburgh (Waverley)	6h 26m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:54 Cardiff Central	13:05 Edinburgh (Waverley)	7h 11m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:40 Cardiff Central	14:09 Paris	7h 29m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cardiff Central to Edinburgh train route details

First train

04:32

Last train

22:21

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Edinburgh

Journey time

6h 5m

Distance

310 miles

Price

£22.20*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Cardiff Central to Edinburgh train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.

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Cardiff Central to Edinburgh train prices and times

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