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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £40 - £110 and takes 16h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Aberystwyth is to fly and train which takes 7h 5m and costs £100 - £250.

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 16h 18m.

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 25m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Aberdeen and Aberystwyth is 483 miles. The road distance is 439.1 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 25m and costs £65 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 10h 25m 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 Coaches Ltd, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Aberystwyth train from?

Aberdeen to Aberystwyth train services, operated by 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 25m and costs £65 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 16h 18m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberdeen to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Aberdeen to Aberystwyth train services, operated by 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 1m to drive from Aberdeen to Aberystwyth.

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

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Aberdeen to Aberystwyth - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Aberdeen to Aberystwyth by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
4. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
10h 25m
£69–243
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationM9
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
16h 18m
£42–102
Drive 436.5 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Aberystwyth436.5 mi
8h 1m
£109–157
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)ABZ - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Aberystwyth
7h 5m
£102–243
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Birmingham New StreetAberdeen - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
12h 41m
£82–508
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)ABZ - MAN
2. Take the train from Wilmslow to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
8h 10m
£110–212
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Aberystwyth
9h 13m
£75–197
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)ABZ - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwyth
9h 2m
£120–351
Fly Aberdeen Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)ABZ - LHR
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwyth
9h 12m
£120–455

Aberdeen to Aberystwyth by train

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Distance: 479.8 mi
Duration: 10h 25m

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 25m. 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 16h 18m.

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