Compare all timetables for the bus from Cardiff to Edinburgh
Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Cardiff to Edinburgh from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.
Cheapest bus trips today
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus14h 10m016:15CardiffBus Station Wood St06:25EdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
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National Express15h 5m015:45CardiffCoach Station06:50EdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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National Express14h 55m017:10CardiffCoach Station08:05EdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh via Manchester, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
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megabus16h 15m007:35CardiffUniversity13:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus7h 0m016:50ManchesterShudehill Interchange23:50EdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
Waiting Time 3h 30mTravel time is 2h 5m longer, but you will save £7 -
Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Prices are for one way and one person
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National Express15h 40m003:15CardiffCoach Station18:55EdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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FlixBus14h 10m016:15CardiffBus Station Wood St06:25EdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
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National Express15h 5m015:45CardiffCoach Station06:50EdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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National Express14h 55m017:10CardiffCoach Station08:05EdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Prices are for one way and one person
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National Express15h 40m003:15CardiffCoach Station18:55EdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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National Express14h 55m017:10CardiffCoach Station08:05EdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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FlixBus14h 10m016:15CardiffBus Station Wood St06:25EdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
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National Express15h 5m015:45CardiffCoach Station06:50EdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Prices are for one way and one person
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National Express15h 40m003:15CardiffCoach Station18:55EdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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National Express14h 55m017:10CardiffCoach Station08:05EdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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FlixBus14h 10m016:15CardiffBus Station Wood St06:25EdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
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National Express15h 5m015:45CardiffCoach Station06:50EdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh via Manchester, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
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megabus16h 15m007:35CardiffUniversity13:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus7h 0m016:50ManchesterShudehill Interchange23:50EdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
Waiting Time 3h 30mTravel time is 2h 5m longer, but you will save £5 -
Cheapest bus trips Friday
Prices are for one way and one person
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National Express15h 55m003:15CardiffCoach Station19:10EdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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National Express15h 5m015:45CardiffCoach Station06:50EdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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FlixBus14h 10m016:15CardiffBus Station Wood St06:25EdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
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National Express14h 55m017:10CardiffCoach Station08:05EdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh via Manchester, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
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megabus16h 15m007:35CardiffUniversity13:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus7h 0m016:50ManchesterShudehill Interchange23:50EdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
Waiting Time 3h 30mTravel time is 2h 5m longer, but you will save £9 -
Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Prices are for one way and one person
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National Express14h 40m017:25CardiffCoach Station08:05EdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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FlixBus14h 10m016:15CardiffBus Station Wood St06:25EdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
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National Express14h 50m016:00CardiffCoach Station06:50EdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh via Manchester, you can save more than £14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
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megabus16h 15m007:35CardiffUniversity13:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus7h 0m016:50ManchesterShudehill Interchange23:50EdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
Waiting Time 3h 30mTravel time is 2h 5m longer, but you will save £14 -
Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Prices are for one way and one person
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National Express15h 40m003:15CardiffCoach Station18:55EdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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National Express14h 40m017:25CardiffCoach Station08:05EdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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FlixBus14h 10m016:15CardiffBus Station Wood St06:25EdinburghSt Andrew Square0Economy
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National Express14h 50m016:00CardiffCoach Station06:50EdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
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Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh via Manchester, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
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megabus16h 15m007:35CardiffUniversity13:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus7h 0m016:50ManchesterShudehill Interchange23:50EdinburghCentral bus station0Economy
Waiting Time 3h 30mTravel time is 2h 5m longer, but you will save £9 -
Frequency of bus connections between Cardiff and Edinburgh
Monday
is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Cardiff to Edinburgh. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Cardiff and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 21 coaches from Cardiff to Edinburgh, while Night sees the fewest connections between Cardiff and Edinburgh, with 6 offers.
Facts about the coach from Cardiff to Edinburgh
Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel daily 3 times by bus from Cardiff to Edinburgh in one click and book your bus ticket from Cardiff to Edinburgh starting from £27!
| Cheapest Bus | £27 |
| Fastest Bus | 14h 10m |
| Earliest Coach | 15:45 |
| Latest Coach | 17:10 |
| Daily Bus Connections | 3 Ø |
| Distance | 497.2 km |
| Coach Companies | National Express and FlixBus |
Cheapest coach tickets from Cardiff to Edinburgh
Every day, 3 buses from 2 coach companies leave Cardiff for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a coach ticket for this route, starting from 14/10/2024 and for the following days.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
14/10
£36
Tuesday
15/10
£32
Wednesday
16/10
£31
Thursday
17/10
£34
Friday
18/10
£50
Saturday
19/10
£43
Sunday
20/10
£47
Monday
21/10
£33
Tuesday
22/10
£27
Wednesday
23/10
£27
Thursday
24/10
£34
Friday
25/10
£66
Saturday
26/10
£35
Sunday
27/10
£38
Monday
28/10
£30
Tuesday
29/10
£27
Wednesday
30/10
£27
Thursday
31/10
£27
Friday
01/11
£34
Saturday
02/11
£43
Sunday
03/11
£32
Monday
04/11
£24
Tuesday
05/11
£22
Wednesday
06/11
£22
Thursday
07/11
£24
Friday
08/11
£25
Saturday
09/11
£27
Sunday
10/11
The cheapest time to travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh
With a price starting from £27, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Cardiff to Edinburgh. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £43.
Night
is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cardiff to Edinburgh, with £27. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £30.
How to save money travelling from Cardiff to Edinburgh
Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:
Book the ticket from Cardiff to Edinburgh in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Cardiff to Edinburgh, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.
If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Cardiff to Edinburgh are also emptier.Beloved coach companies from Cardiff to Edinburgh
These are the most booked bus companies between Cardiff to Edinburgh from our users.
National Express from Cardiff to Edinburgh
Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Cardiff to Edinburgh:
| Cheapest Price | £27 |
| Fastest Coach | 14h 40m |
| Earliest Coach | 15:45 |
| Last Coach | 17:10 |
| Daily Connections | 2 Ø |
| Found on | 13/10/2024 |
FlixBus from Cardiff to Edinburgh
Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Cardiff to Edinburgh:
| Cheapest Price | £30 |
| Fastest Coach | 14h 10m |
| Earliest Coach | 16:15 |
| Last Coach | 16:15 |
| Daily Connections | 1 Ø |
| Found on | 13/10/2024 |
All bus stations and stops in Cardiff and Edinburgh
In the map below you can see, where to find all bus stations in Cardiff and Edinburgh.
Service and Comfort on the bus from Cardiff to Edinburgh
Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Cardiff to Edinburgh? Or which bus companies serve the route Cardiff - Edinburgh? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.
FAQs about the Cardiff to Edinburgh bus
How much does a Cardiff Edinburgh coach trip cost?
This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Cardiff Edinburgh bus trip is available from £27 and takes 15h 40m. Compare offers and save money!
How much could I save by comparing buses from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £27 to £59. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Edinburgh.
How many connections are available for the Cardiff Edinburgh route on average every day?
Each day, the bus route from Cardiff to Edinburgh is offered by roughly 3 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.
How long does a bus to Edinburgh from Cardiff take?
The quickest coach from Cardiff to Edinburgh is provided by FlixBus and takes 14h 10m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £36. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.
What time is the first bus from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
The earliest bus to Edinburgh departs from Cardiff at 15:45. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
What time is the last coach from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
The latest bus to Edinburgh departs from Cardiff at 17:10. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
Which bus companies serve the Cardiff Edinburgh route?
Passengers looking to travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh can travel with National Express and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.
Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Edinburgh?
You can check all the direct connections between Cardiff and Edinburgh by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.
What can I take with me on the bus to Edinburgh from Cardiff?
Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Cardiff Edinburgh bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.
What equipment is available for the Cardiff Edinburgh bus route?
The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Cardiff to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.
Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cardiff to Edinburgh
Economy
The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.
Alternate transport types from Cardiff to Edinburgh
Did not find the right bus? Here is a selection of alternate transport types from the schedule from Cardiff to Edinburgh for the next days.
Cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Edinburgh
Here is a selection of the cheapest trains from the schedule from Cardiff to Edinburgh for the next days.-
Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 26m005:54CardiffCentral Station12:20EdinburghWaverley Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales7h 2m004:35CardiffCentral Station11:37EdinburghWaverley Station0First Class
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Transport for Wales7h 2m004:35CardiffCentral Station11:37EdinburghWaverley Station0Economy
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Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 11m005:54CardiffCentral Station13:05EdinburghWaverley Station0First Class
More bus routes to Cardiff and to Edinburgh
Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Cardiff and to Edinburgh. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!
- Bus Routes to Cardiff
- Aberystwyth to Cardiff bus
- Coach from Amsterdam to Cardiff
- Bath to Cardiff coach
- Bus Birmingham to Cardiff
- Bournemouth to Cardiff coach
- Bus Caerphilly to Cardiff
- Bus to Cardiff from Carmarthen
- Coach Cheltenham to Cardiff
- Coaches Dover to Cardiff
- Dublin to Cardiff coach
- Coach Gloucester to Cardiff
- Coaches Leeds to Cardiff
- Liverpool to Cardiff bus
- Manchester to Cardiff bus
- Milton Keynes to Cardiff coach
- Coach to Cardiff from Northampton
- Coach Paris to Cardiff
- Southampton to Cardiff bus
- Coach from St Austell to Cardiff
- Weston Super Mare to Cardiff bus
- Bus Routes to Edinburgh
- Aviemore to Edinburgh coach
- Bus from Belfast to Edinburgh
- Bus Berwick-upon-Tweed to Edinburgh
- Coach from Birmingham to Edinburgh
- Coach Brighton to Edinburgh
- Bus from Carlisle to Edinburgh
- Buses Darlington to Edinburgh
- Dewsbury to Edinburgh bus
- Doncaster to Edinburgh bus
- Coach to Edinburgh from Dumfries
- Coach Exeter to Edinburgh
- Coach to Edinburgh from Fort William
- Coaches Harthill to Edinburgh
- Bus from Kinross to Edinburgh
- Buses Middlesbrough to Edinburgh
- Coach from Morpeth to Edinburgh
- Coach from Newport (Wales) to Edinburgh
- Coach from Paisley to Edinburgh
- Coach to Edinburgh from Pitlochry
- York to Edinburgh bus
Popular Airport Transfers to Cardiff and to Edinburgh
