Trains from Cardiff to Edinburgh (Waverley) from $61.51*

Trains from Cardiff to Edinburgh (Waverley) from $61.51*

Compare Train Prices and Times

Check Prices and Save Big

Cardiff to Edinburgh (Waverley) Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh (Waverley)? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $61.51, with average prices for this route around $195.83.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

  • Wed, Oct 16
    From $61.51
  • Thu, Oct 17
    From $62.29
  • Fri, Oct 18
    From $62.29
  • Sat, Oct 19
    From $62.29
  • Sun, Oct 20
    From $62.29
  • Mon, Oct 21
    From $62.29
  • Tue, Oct 22
    From $62.29
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
Find Tickets
13:56
Cardiff Central
20:24
Edinburgh (Waverley)
6h 28m, Changes requiredTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast
Find Tickets
13:56
Cardiff Central
21:38
Edinburgh (Waverley)
7h 42m, Changes requiredTransport for WalesTransPennine Express
Find Tickets
14:45
Cardiff Central
22:14
Edinburgh (Waverley)
7h 29m, Changes requiredCrossCountry
Find Tickets
14:49
Cardiff Central
21:38
Edinburgh (Waverley)
6h 49m, Changes requiredTransport for WalesAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express
Find Tickets
14:54
Cardiff Central
21:38
Edinburgh (Waverley)
6h 44m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayCrossCountryAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express
Find Tickets
14:54
Cardiff Central
22:14
Paris
7h 20m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayCrossCountry
Find Tickets
View More Trains

Cardiff to Edinburgh (Waverley) Train Route Details

The Cardiff to Edinburgh (Waverley) train ticket is from $61.51. The average travel time is 5h 59m, covering a distance of approximately 498 mile. There are usually 40 daily trains provided by CrossCountry,Avanti West Coast,Transport for Wales. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
04:35
Last train
Last train
21:15
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
5h 59m
Distance
Distance
498 mile
Price
Price
$61.51*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

Cardiff to Edinburgh (Waverley) Train Travel Guide

Cardiff to Edinburgh (Waverley) Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Edinburgh (Waverley)

Trains running from Cardiff to Edinburgh (Waverley) will typically take around at least 5h 59m and there is approximately 40 train running everyday.

Book 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 using 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.

Traveling during off-peak hours

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak hours for your trip from Cardiff to Edinburgh (Waverley) can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak hours usually start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, they typically begin at 09:00.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

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

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

How can you make your journey from Cardiff to Edinburgh (Waverley) cheaper? One option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from A to B, you can split the route into two sections: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket.

Why Book Train Tickets With Trip.com?

  • Split Tickets

    Split Tickets

    Save an average of 30% on train fares by splitting your journey

  • Split Tickets

    National Rail Partners

    Official train ticket sellers with 5-star customer support

  • Split Tickets

    No Booking Fees in App

    Only pay for your train travel – no hidden fees

  • Split Tickets

    Online Customer Assistance

    Fast and reliable online customer support

Recommendations

  • Popular Routes

  • Popular Destinations

  • You may also like

  • Search Trends

*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.