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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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29

train journeys
per day

309

miles (498 kms)

7hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

04:35 / 00:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

9

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Edinburgh Waverley , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley is approximately 309 miles (498 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 40 mins.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Edinburgh Waverley.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:35
    7 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    12:21
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:54
    7 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    13:04
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:53
    7 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    14:08
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:23
    6 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    14:22
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:55
    7 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:17
    7 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    15:24
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:45
    7 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    16:06
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:49
    7 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    16:18
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:18
    7 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    16:22
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:50
    7 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    17:08
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:18
    7 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    17:23
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:45
    7 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    18:07
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:52
    7 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    18:21
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:18
    7 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    18:27
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:50
    7 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    19:04
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:18
    7 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    19:22
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:54
    7 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    20:05
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:18
    7 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    20:20
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:52
    7 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    21:04
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:18
    7 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    21:24
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverley

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Central and Edinburgh Waverley

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Edinburgh Waverley by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Edinburgh Waverley vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:41.

First class tickets on trains between Cardiff Central and Edinburgh Waverley typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central 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 Central & Edinburgh Waverley. owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Edinburgh Waverley.

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