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Today26 Jun
Tomorrow27 Jun
Sat28 Jun
from US$74
Sun29 Jun
Mon30 Jun
from US$77
Tue1 Jul
from US$59
Wed2 Jul
Thu3 Jul

Cheap buses leaving Saturday

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 28 June at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Arrival time: 29 June at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 June at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Arrival time: 28 June at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 June at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Arrival time: 29 June at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh

Bus
Average priceUS$33 - US$153Average duration14h 25m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$171 - US$389Average duration7h 23m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$58 - US$58Average duration8h 40m
21kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Cardiff to Edinburgh

Among 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$171, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
7h 23mAverage duration
US$171Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cardiff to Edinburgh: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$52
Average bus trip duration14h 25m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure07:10
Distance309 miles
Latest bus departure17:15

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.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cardiff - Edinburgh

  1. What's the distance between Cardiff and Edinburgh by coach?

    The journey from Cardiff to Edinburgh by coach covers an approximate distance of 309 miles (498 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Cardiff to Edinburgh without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
24/06
US$61
25/06
US$33
Today
US$66
27/06
US$67
28/06
US$70
29/06
No data
30/06
US$73
01/07
US$55
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cardiff to Edinburgh was searched and found on 25 Jun 2025 with a price of US$33

To 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$33 to US$112 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$55, which is on 2025-07-01.

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?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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Bus from Cardiff to Edinburgh

You can also go to Edinburgh by train

Train from Cardiff to Edinburgh

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