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Trains from Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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8

train journeys
per day

308

miles (497 kms)

6hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

06:33 / 23:46

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 8 scheduled rail journeys between Edinburgh Gateway and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 8 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Edinburgh Gateway to Cardiff Central is approximately 308 miles (497 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 31 mins.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Gateway and Cardiff Central.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Edinburgh Gateway to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 3 mins.

Journeys from Edinburgh Gateway to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:33
    6 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    12:52
    Edinburgh Gateway
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Gateway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:42
    6 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    14:45
    Edinburgh Gateway
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Gateway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:34
    6 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    16:56
    Edinburgh Gateway
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Gateway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:35
    6 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    18:56
    Edinburgh Gateway
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Gateway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:40
    6 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    20:56
    Edinburgh Gateway
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Gateway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:44
    6 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    23:09
    Edinburgh Gateway
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Gateway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:40
    12 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    07:22
    Edinburgh Gateway
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Gateway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:10
    9 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    08:54
    Edinburgh Gateway
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Gateway to Cardiff Central

About Edinburgh Gateway Station

Station name Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)
Address Edinburgh Gateway station, 1 Myreton Drive, Gogar, Lothian, EH12 9GF
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:10 - 00:10
Tuesday 06:10 - 00:10
Wednesday 06:10 - 00:10
Thursday 06:10 - 00:10
Friday 06:10 - 00:10
Saturday 06:10 - 00:10
Sunday 08:40 - 00:10
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 Unavailable

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Edinburgh Gateway and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Edinburgh Gateway and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Edinburgh Gateway and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 8 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:46.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Edinburgh Gateway & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 8 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Gateway and Cardiff Central.

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