Trains from Cardiff to Edinburgh (Waverley) from £25.65*

Trains from Cardiff to Edinburgh (Waverley) from £25.65*

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Cardiff to Edinburgh (Waverley) train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff to Edinburgh (Waverley), starting from £25.65 and averaging £60.50. The entire journey takes no more than 6h 5m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Fri, Mar 7
    From £25.65
  • Sat, Mar 8
    From £30.20
  • Sun, Mar 9
    From £30.20
  • Mon, Mar 10
    From £27.15
  • Tue, Mar 11
    From £30.20
  • Wed, Mar 12
    From £30.20
  • Thu, Mar 13
DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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04:33
Cardiff Central
11:37
Edinburgh (Waverley)
7h 4m, No directTransport for WalesAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express
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05:49
Cardiff Central
12:20
Edinburgh (Waverley)
6h 31m, No directTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast
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05:49
Cardiff Central
13:32
Edinburgh (Waverley)
7h 43m, No directTransport for WalesTransPennine Express
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05:54
Cardiff Central
12:20
Edinburgh (Waverley)
6h 26m, No directGreat Western RailwayCrossCountryAvanti West Coast
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05:54
Cardiff Central
13:05
Edinburgh (Waverley)
7h 11m, No directGreat Western RailwayCrossCountry
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06:39
Cardiff Central
14:09
Paris
7h 30m, No directCrossCountry
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Cardiff to Edinburgh (Waverley) train route details

The Cardiff to Edinburgh (Waverley) train ticket is £25.65. The average travel time is 6h 5m, covering a distance of approximately 310 miles. There are usually 41 daily trains provided by Avanti West Coast,CrossCountry,Great Western Railway. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
04:33
Last train
Last train
22:22
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
6h 5m
Distance
Distance
310 miles
Price
Price
£25.65*

Cardiff to Edinburgh (Waverley) train travel guide

Cardiff to Edinburgh (Waverley) train travel guide

Arriving in Edinburgh (Waverley)

Every day, up to 41 trains depart from Cardiff and arrive in Edinburgh (Waverley), with the shortest journey taking 6h 5m minutes.

Book the cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Edinburgh (Waverley)

Finding cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Edinburgh (Waverley) doesn't have to be a challenging task. With the right knowledge and by utilising available discounts and travel options, saving money with Trip.com can become effortless. Here are a few valuable tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Booking in advance is one of the most effective ways to get cheap train tickets. Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to purchasing tickets closer to the departure date. By planning your trip from Cardiff to Edinburgh (Waverley) ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, you can take advantage of group travel discounts. Many train companies offer group save options that provide a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Cardiff to Edinburgh (Waverley) more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Various Railcards are available for different groups and can save you up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff to Edinburgh (Waverley). You can choose the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard based on your age. Additionally, the Family & Friends Railcard or Two Together Railcard are good options for group travel.

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