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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Cardiff is to bus via Newcastle upon Tyne which costs £30 - £110 and takes 16h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 4h 34m and costs £80 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Cardiff?

The distance between Aberdeen and Cardiff is 458 miles. The road distance is 489.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Cardiff without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 9h 25m and costs £75 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Aberdeen to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Cardiff is to train via Crewe which takes 9h 25m and costs £75 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £120 and takes 13h 29m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberdeen to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Cardiff is 489 miles. It takes approximately 9h 1m to drive from Aberdeen to Cardiff.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Aberdeen to Cardiff - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Aberdeen to Cardiff by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Aberdeen Airport to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane ABZ - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 34m
£82–229
Bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Bus Station to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Ukn11
2. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk078
16h 20m
£34–104
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
9h 25m
£79–293
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 Lordswood Rd to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
13h 29m
£60–116
Drive 486.5 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Cardiffcar 486.5 mi
9h 1m
£119–172
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 36m
£61–197
Fly Aberdeen Airport 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 Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 39m
£125–397
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane ABZ - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 52m
£103–301
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 57m
£58–186
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane INV - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 18m
£62–235
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Aberdeen - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain Fareham - Cardiff Central / ...
10h 21m
£145–601

Aberdeen to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 455.3 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe in around 9h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Sophia Gardens via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 13h 29m.

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