What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Aberystwyth?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £100 - £160 and takes 8h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Aberystwyth?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 8h 4m and costs £100 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Buchanan Bus Station, Church Centre and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Aberystwyth via Haymarket, Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 24m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Aberdeen and Aberystwyth is 483 miles. The road distance is 438.9 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Aberystwyth without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 10h 24m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Aberystwyth?

It takes approximately 10h 24m to get from Aberdeen to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Aberystwyth bus from?

Aberdeen to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Aberystwyth train from?

Aberdeen to Aberystwyth train services, operated by First ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 10h 24m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 15h 21m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Aberdeen to Aberystwyth train services, operated by First ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Aberystwyth is 439 miles. It takes approximately 8h 4m to drive from Aberdeen to Aberystwyth.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdeen to Aberystwyth?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Aberdeen to Aberystwyth?

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

There are 823+ hotels available in Aberystwyth.

Aberdeen to Aberystwyth - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Aberdeen to Aberystwyth by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
4. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
10h 24m
Drive 436.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Aberystwythcar 436.4 mi
8h 4m
£107–154
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M9
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
15h 21m
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane ABZ - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Aberystwythtrain
6h 59m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberdeen - Plymouth
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
12h 41m
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
2. Take the train from Wilmslow to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
7h 54m
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane ABZ - LHR
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain
9h 7m
Fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane ABZ - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain
8h 59m

Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX) flights

23Weekly Planes

1h 48mAverage Duration

£108Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Aberdeen to Aberystwyth.

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Distance: 479.8 mi
Duration: 10h 24m

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

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Aberystwyth via Haymarket, Crewe, and Shrewsbury in around 10h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, Church Centre, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 15h 21m.

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