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The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Bridgend
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£159
Average price
£239
Fastest journey
6 h 12 m
Average duration
6 h 15 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
495 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Bridgend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Bridgend will cost around £239 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £159.
Fast trains
To travel from Edinburgh to Bridgend you need to make at least one change.
20:1214h56
Edinburgh11:08Bridgend
£1591One-way
1 change
06:526h13
Edinburgh13:05Bridgend
£2591One-way
1 change
08:536h12
Edinburgh15:05Bridgend
£2591One-way
1 change
10:526h13
Edinburgh17:05Bridgend
£2591One-way
1 change
12:526h12
Edinburgh19:04Bridgend
£2591One-way
1 change
08:536h12
Edinburgh15:05Bridgend
£2591One-way
1 change
12:526h12
Edinburgh19:04Bridgend
£2591One-way
1 change
06:526h13
Edinburgh13:05Bridgend
£2591One-way
1 change
10:526h13
Edinburgh17:05Bridgend
£2591One-way
1 change
14:526h24
Edinburgh21:16Bridgend
£2591One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Bridgend
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Bridgend among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. 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 £37, and a train costs an average of £277.
Distance: 495 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£277 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest | £67 Average Price |
6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 2m Average total duration 13h 32m 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
Edinburgh to Bridgend train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:46
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:52 Edinburgh | 6h13 | 13:05 Bridgend | 1 change | |
| 08:53 Edinburgh | 6h12 | 15:05 Bridgend | 1 change | |
| 10:52 Edinburgh | 6h13 | 17:05 Bridgend | 1 change | |
| 12:52 Edinburgh | 6h12 | 19:04 Bridgend | 1 change | |
| 14:52 Edinburgh | 6h24 | 21:16 Bridgend | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Bridgend
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Trains from Edinburgh to Bridgend run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £277 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £37
Distance 495 km |
Average train duration 6h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £277 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 13m |
First train 00:17 |
Last train 17:07 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £37
Train companies: first_transpennine_express, Avanti West Coast from Edinburgh to Bridgend trainsfirst_transpennine_express, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Edinburgh and Bridgend from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 13m
Cheapest Price
£277
Avanti West Coast frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
14h 53m
Cheapest Price
£160
first_transpennine_express frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Edinburgh to Bridgend train
FAQs: Travel by train from Edinburgh to Bridgend easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to Bridgend.
The train distance from Edinburgh to Bridgend is 495 km.
To get from Edinburgh to Bridgend, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
Booking trains from Edinburgh to Bridgend in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Edinburgh to Bridgend covers a distance of 495 km and takes approximately 6h 13m. Trains run 3 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Edinburgh to Bridgend can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £277, while the average price tends to be around £277.
The first train from Edinburgh to Bridgend leaves at 0:17.
The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Bridgend is by coach, costing approximately £37.
The last train from Edinburgh to Bridgend departs at 17:07.
The train station in Edinburgh that goes to Bridgend is Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), and it arrives at Bridgend station (BGN).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Edinburgh to Bridgend.
Trains from Edinburgh to Bridgend run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Edinburgh to Bridgend.
Yes, you can take the train from Edinburgh to Bridgend.
There is no night train service from Edinburgh to Bridgend.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Bridgend
Edinburgh
Bridgend
The major train station for departures in Edinburgh is Edinburgh Waverley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh Waverley for your trip from Edinburgh to Bridgend.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
Dining
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
Taxis
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
Accessibility
- 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.
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
Hotel
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
Public transport options for Edinburgh Waverley
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
The major train station for arrivals in Bridgend is Bridgend. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bridgend for your journey to Bridgend from Edinburgh.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 07:40 - 19:15
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The accessible toilet and Changing Places toilet are located on Platform 1 and are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places toilet can be accessed from 06:00 to 22:00
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The accessible toilet and Changing Places toilet are located on Platform 1 and are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places toilet can be accessed from 06:00 to 22:00
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transport options for Bridgend
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station entrance
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