Cheap buses leaving Saturday
One passenger / one way
- This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: May 10 atDeparture city: CardiffDeparture location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)Arrival time: May 11 atDestination city: EdinburghDestination location: Bus StationOperated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: May 10 atDeparture city: CardiffDeparture location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)Arrival time: May 10 atDestination city: EdinburghDestination location: Bus StationOperated by: FlixbusVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: May 10 atDeparture city: CardiffDeparture location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)Arrival time: May 11 atDestination city: EdinburghDestination location: Bus StationOperated by: FlixbusVehicle: BusDuration:
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 8:27 AM BST.
Prices and availability are subject to change.
Accepted payments
Compare 3 ways to go from Cardiff to Edinburgh
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average PriceUS$33 - US$110 | Average Duration14h 25m | 12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | CheapestMost eco-friendly | ||
| Average PriceUS$166 - US$376 | Average Duration7h 23m | 12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | Fastest | ||
Carpool | Average PriceUS$58 - US$58 | Average Duration8h 40m | 21kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars |
Busbud recommends taking the train from Cardiff to EdinburghAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 7 hours 23 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$166, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Cardiff to Edinburgh: Trip Overview
Compare bus companies
Cardiff to Edinburgh Bus
With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Cardiff to Edinburgh is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.
We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Cardiff to Edinburgh.
Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Edinburgh from Cardiff, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.
Where are the popular stops in Cardiff and Edinburgh?
Frequently asked questions on the trip Cardiff - Edinburgh
How long does it take to get to Edinburgh from Cardiff by bus?
The trip from Cardiff to Edinburgh will take on average 14h 25m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Edinburgh in 13h 10m
What is the distance between Cardiff and Edinburgh?
It's about 498 km (309 miles) from Cardiff to Edinburgh.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
Buses departing from Sophia Gardens in Cardiff will take you to Bus Station in Edinburgh.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$33, making this your best choice for this trip.
How much is the bus from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
You can expect to pay around US$58 for the bus ride from Cardiff to Edinburgh.
Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
Yes! If you're heading from Cardiff to Edinburgh, you'll find buses departing until 5:15pm and arriving the next day.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Edinburgh was searched and found on May 7, 2025 with a price of US$47To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cardiff to Edinburgh, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$47 to US$72 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$49 which is on 2025-05-10.
About Bus Travel
Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Cardiff to Edinburgh.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Cardiff to Edinburgh.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cardiff to Edinburgh.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Cardiff to Edinburgh, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
What's the cheapest way to go from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationTop travelled bus routes
Why choose Busbud?
The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets
Busbud helps you easily search, compare and book intercity bus tickets on a worlwide scale with our comprehensive list of bus routes and schedules. Use Busbud to book your trip online, in your own language and currency, wherever you are. With Busbud, you can buy tickets with confidence. We ensure that you make the most out of your bus trip by partnering up with reliable bus companies from all around the world such as Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others.
People from around the world trust Busbud
Popular Buses Connecting Cardiff
Buses Leaving from Cardiff
- Bus from Cardiff to Southampton
- Bus Cardiff - Newport
- Cardiff - Heathrow
- Bus from Cardiff to Edinburgh
- Bus Cardiff - Luton
- Cardiff - Gatwick
- Bus from Cardiff to Tenby
- Bus Cardiff - Bath
- Cardiff - Swansea
- Bus from Cardiff to Haverfordwest
- Bus Cardiff - Leeds
- Cardiff - Swindon
- Bus from Cardiff to Bristol
- Bus Cardiff - Manchester
- Cardiff - Portsmouth
Buses Going to Cardiff
- Bus from Bristol to Cardiff
- Bus Swansea - Cardiff
- Coventry - Cardiff
- Bus from Heathrow to Cardiff
- Bus Portsmouth - Cardiff
- Luton - Cardiff
- Bus from London to Cardiff
- Bus Gatwick - Cardiff
- Manchester - Cardiff
- Bus from Bath to Cardiff
- Bus Tenby - Cardiff
- Brighton - Cardiff
- Bus from Reading to Cardiff
- Bus Liverpool - Cardiff
- Haverfordwest - Cardiff
Popular Buses Connecting Edinburgh
Buses Leaving from Edinburgh
- Bus from Edinburgh to Aberdeen
- Bus Edinburgh - Dundee
- Edinburgh - Stirling
- Bus from Edinburgh to Inverness
- Bus Edinburgh - Copenhagen
- Edinburgh - Barcelona
- Bus from Edinburgh to York
- Bus Edinburgh - Newcastle upon Tyne
- Edinburgh - Liverpool
- Bus from Edinburgh to Heathrow
- Bus Edinburgh - Manchester
- Edinburgh - Carlisle
- Bus from Edinburgh to Leeds
- Bus Edinburgh - Alnwick
- Edinburgh - Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Buses Going to Edinburgh
- Bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh
- Bus Inverness - Edinburgh
- London - Edinburgh
- Bus from Aberdeen to Edinburgh
- Bus Dundee - Edinburgh
- Stansted - Edinburgh
- Bus from Heathrow to Edinburgh
- Bus Manchester - Edinburgh
- Liverpool - Edinburgh
- Bus from Gatwick to Edinburgh
- Bus Newcastle upon Tyne - Edinburgh
- Sheffield - Edinburgh
- Bus from Birmingham to Edinburgh
- Bus Leeds - Edinburgh
- Bristol - Edinburgh
Popular routes in this country
- Bus from London to Winchester
- Bus Heathrow - Southampton
- London - Stansted
- Bus from Heathrow to Gatwick
- Bus London - Luton
- Sunderland - Gloucester
- Bus from Glasgow to Belfast
- Bus York - Whitby
- London - Glasgow
- Bus from London to Leicester
- Bus Brighton - Heathrow
- Edinburgh - London
- Bus from Heathrow to Bristol
- Bus London - Birmingham
- Bournemouth - London