Cardiff – Edinburgh distance
497km
Straight-line distance · 309 miles
DirectionN · 360°
Est. time (90 km/h)5 h 32 min
Midpoint53.716, -3.188
In a straight line (as the crow flies), the distance between Cardiff and Edinburgh is about 497 km (309 miles), heading N — classic driving or rail territory.
?Frequently asked questions
How far is Cardiff from Edinburgh?
In a straight line, the Cardiff–Edinburgh distance is about 497 km (309 miles), heading N.
How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
At an average speed of 90 km/h, the straight-line Cardiff–Edinburgh distance would take about 5 h 32 min. Real road time is longer, depending on the route, traffic and stops.
Is this the road distance?
No. The value shown is the straight-line (great-circle) distance, equal to the flight distance. The real road distance, which follows roads, is usually 20–40% longer.
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