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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Pontypridd is to bus which costs £35 - £80 and takes 15h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Pontypridd is to fly and train which takes 5h 10m and costs £90 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Pontypridd station. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Buchanan Bus Station and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Pontypridd via Haymarket, Crewe and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 7m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Pontypridd?

The distance between Aberdeen and Pontypridd is 470 miles. The road distance is 486.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Pontypridd without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 10h 7m and costs £80 - £340.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Aberdeen to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Pontypridd bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Pontypridd train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Pontypridd is to train via Crewe which takes 10h 7m and costs £80 - £340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 15h 22m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Pontypridd bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberdeen to Pontypridd train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Pontypridd is 487 miles. It takes approximately 8h 46m to drive from Aberdeen to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1734+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

Aberdeen to Pontypridd - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Aberdeen to Pontypridd 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)ABZ - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 10m
£92–223
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
15h 22m
£38–76
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
10h 7m
£84–339
Drive 483.8 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Pontypridd483.8 mi
8h 46m
£121–174
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
7h 13m
£62–205
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
6h 31m
£108–279
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
7h 11m
£93–276
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
6h 12m
£124–407
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 57m
£138–614
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
17h 27m
£41–103

Aberdeen to Pontypridd by train

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10h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 467.6 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

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

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Pontypridd via Haymarket, Crewe, and Cardiff Central in around 10h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Buchanan Bus Station, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ in around 15h 22m.

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