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Trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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11

train journeys
per day

310

miles (499 kms)

7hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

07:18 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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On a typical weekday there are 11 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Bay and Edinburgh Waverley , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Bay to Edinburgh Waverley is approximately 310 miles (499 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 12 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Bay and Edinburgh Waverley.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Bay to Edinburgh Waverley. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 47 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Bay to Edinburgh Waverley Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:18
    7 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    14:19
    Cardiff Bay
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Bay to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:18
    7 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    16:06
    Cardiff Bay
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Bay to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:30
    6 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    16:18
    Cardiff Bay
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Bay to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:18
    7 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    18:07
    Cardiff Bay
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Bay to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:18
    7 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    18:21
    Cardiff Bay
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Bay to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:18
    7 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    20:05
    Cardiff Bay
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Bay to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:30
    6 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    20:24
    Cardiff Bay
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Bay to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:18
    7 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    22:14
    Cardiff Bay
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Bay to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:54
    6 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    22:21
    Cardiff Bay
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Bay to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:18
    13 hrs 3 changes
    10:18
    Cardiff Bay
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Bay to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:54
    11 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    11:37
    Cardiff Bay
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Bay to Edinburgh Waverley

About Cardiff Bay Station

Station name Cardiff Bay (CDB)
Address Cardiff Bay station, Bute Street, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 5LE
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Bay and Edinburgh Waverley

The travel time between Cardiff Bay and Edinburgh Waverley by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Bay and Edinburgh Waverley vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 11 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Bay and Edinburgh Waverley can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Bay & Edinburgh Waverley. owever, there are 11 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Bay and Edinburgh Waverley.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Bay and Edinburgh Waverley, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.