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

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21

train journeys
per day

309

miles (498 kms)

5hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 00:22

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

8

operators run

8

routes

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

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Edinburgh Waverley and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central is approximately 309 miles (498 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 18 mins.

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

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 53 mins.

Journeys from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:40
    6 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:52
    6 hrs 1 change
    12:52
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:04
    7 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    14:06
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:30
    7 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    14:37
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:52
    5 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    14:45
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:07
    7 hrs 1 change
    16:07
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:30
    7 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    16:36
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:52
    6 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    16:54
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:08
    7 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    18:13
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:30
    7 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    18:37
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:52
    6 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    18:56
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:05
    7 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    20:25
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:30
    7 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    20:39
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:52
    6 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    20:56
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:08
    7 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    22:36
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:30
    7 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    22:50
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:52
    6 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    23:09
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:07
    7 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    00:37
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:52
    6 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    01:23
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:11
    11 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    07:48
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Cardiff Central
    Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Central

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

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 Waverley and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Edinburgh Waverley and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 18 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:22.

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

Amenities on trains between Edinburgh Waverley 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 Waverley & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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