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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 14h 15m.

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 24m and costs £85 - £220.

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 Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 15m.

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 28m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Cardiff?

The distance between Aberdeen and Cardiff is 458 miles. The road distance is 489.5 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 28m and costs £75 - £340.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m 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 28m and costs £75 - £340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 14h 15m.

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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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

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

Fly Aberdeen Airport to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)ABZ - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
4h 24m
£89–218
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationM9
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kingsway GDM19
14h 15m
£34–69
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
9h 28m
£76–333
Drive 486.7 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Cardiff486.7 mi
9h 1m
£122–176
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 New Street to Cardiff Central
5h 43m
£106–282
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 33m
£59–199
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 Paddington to Cardiff Central
5h 26m
£122–403
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
6h 45m
£90–270
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness Airport Station
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)INV - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 21m
£72–247
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Bristol Temple MeadsAberdeen - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff CentralPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
10h 19m
£130–610
Bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Bus Station to Newcastle-Upon-TyneUkn11
2. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Cardiff North RoadUk078
16h 20m
£35–93

Aberdeen to Cardiff by train

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9h 28mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 455.3 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

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 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station in around 14h 15m.

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