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It takes an average of 8h 28m to travel from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Park by train, over a distance of around 308 miles (495 km). There are normally 20 trains per day travelling from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Park and tickets for this journey start from £83.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:21 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Central | |
| Arrival station | Edinburgh Park | |
| Journey time | From 6h 16m | |
| Distance | 308 miles (495 km) | |
| Frequency | 20 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £83.60 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
About the train journey from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Park
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The train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Park usually takes 8 hours 28 minutes on average to travel 308 miles (495 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 6 hours 16 minutes. You can expect to find 20 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Edinburgh Park, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Park if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £83.60. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.