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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bridgend to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£146
Average price
£261
Fastest journey
6 h 51 m
Average duration
6 h 54 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
495 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bridgend to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bridgend to Edinburgh will cost around £261 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £146.
To travel from Bridgend to Edinburgh you need to make at least one change.
17:2410h23Bridgend3:47Edinburgh£1461One-way1 change- 7:216h58Bridgend14:19Edinburgh£2531One-way1 change
- 9:276h51Bridgend16:18Edinburgh£2531One-way1 change
- 11:286h52Bridgend18:20Edinburgh£2531One-way1 change
- 13:276h57Bridgend20:24Edinburgh£2531One-way1 change
- 9:276h51Bridgend16:18Edinburgh£2531One-way1 change
- 11:286h52Bridgend18:20Edinburgh£2531One-way1 change
- 15:286h53Bridgend22:21Edinburgh£2531One-way1 change
- 13:276h57Bridgend20:24Edinburgh£2531One-way1 change
- 7:216h58Bridgend14:19Edinburgh£2531One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Bridgend to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bridgend to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a train costs an average of £112.
Distance: 495 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£165 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price |
7h 38m Average total duration 7h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 53m Average total duration 13h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bridgend to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Bridgend to Edinburgh trains for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:27 Bridgend | 6h57 | 20:24 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
| 15:28 Bridgend | 6h53 | 22:21 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
| 17:24 Bridgend | 10h23 | 3:47 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 22 July | |||||
| 7:21 Bridgend | 6h58 | 14:19 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
| 9:10 Bridgend | 7h59 | 17:09 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
| 9:27 Bridgend | 6h51 | 16:18 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
| 11:28 Bridgend | 6h52 | 18:20 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bridgend to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bridgend to Edinburgh run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £112 but you can travel from only £24 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 17:07. The fastest train covers the 495 km distance in 6h 51m.
Distance 495 km |
Average train duration 7h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £112 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 51m |
First train 5:31 |
Last train 17:07 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Bridgend to Edinburgh trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Bridgend and Edinburgh from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bridgend to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgend to Edinburgh by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bridgend and Edinburgh
Most Bridgend to Edinburgh trains use the Bridgend to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Bridgend and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bridgend station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Bridgend from Bridgend city centre
Bridgend train station facilities and services
Bridgend has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bridgend.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bridgend.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bridgend: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bridgend: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. All platforms are accessible and are connected via a footbridge with lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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