What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Port Talbot?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Port Talbot is to bus which costs £35 - £80 and takes 15h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Port Talbot?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Port Talbot is to fly and train which takes 5h 24m and costs £95 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Port Talbot station. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 8 via Buchanan Bus Station and Kingsway GD. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 42m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Port Talbot?

The distance between Aberdeen and Port Talbot is 491 miles. The road distance is 497 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Port Talbot without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Port Talbot without a car is to train which takes 10h 42m and costs £230 - £750.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Port Talbot?

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Aberdeen to Port Talbot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Port Talbot bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Port Talbot train from?

Aberdeen to Port Talbot train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Aberdeen station.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Port Talbot is to train which takes 10h 42m and costs £230 - £750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 15h 39m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Port Talbot bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberdeen to Port Talbot train arrive?

Aberdeen to Port Talbot train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Port Talbot is 497 miles. It takes approximately 9h 3m to drive from Aberdeen to Port Talbot.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdeen to Port Talbot?

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Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

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

There are 11 ways to get from Aberdeen to Port Talbot 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 Parkway to Port Talbot Parkway
5h 24m
£98–228
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
3. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 8
15h 39m
£37–75
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Bristol ParkwayAberdeen - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Port Talbot ParkwayLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
10h 42m
£238–735
Drive 494.1 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Port Talbot494.1 mi
9h 3m
£123–178
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 Bristol Parkway
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Port Talbot Parkway
6h 28m
£118–298
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 Port Talbot Parkway
6h 17m
£126–611
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 Parkway to Port Talbot Parkway
7h 27m
£68–210
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 30m
£93–274
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 Port Talbot Parkway
8h 48m
£147–276
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 Port Talbot Parkway
10h 57m
£106–333
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Adelphi to George StreetE1
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station183 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9111 / ...
17h 46m

Aberdeen to Port Talbot by train

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10h 42mAverage Duration

£238Cheapest Price

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Distance: 488.6 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Port Talbot, Wales?

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Port Talbot Parkway via Bristol Parkway in around 10h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 8 via Buchanan Bus Station and Kingsway GD in around 15h 39m.

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