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Cardiff to Aberdeen trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Aberdeen takes 11h 7m and the fastest train takes 8h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Aberdeen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

11h 7m
Duration
504 mi
Distance
£227
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train via Crewe

best
  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain train
  2. Take the train from Crewe to Haymarkettrain train
  3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain train
9h 46m
£172–330

Cardiff to Aberdeen train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Cardiff and Aberdeen. The earliest departure is at 5:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 10:23 PM which arrives into Aberdeen at 1:00 PM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 11h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 504.5 mi
  • Duration: 11h 7m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Aberdeen, Scotland?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Aberdeen via Crewe and Haymarket in around 9h 46m.

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