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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £30 - £100 and takes 16h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Aberdeen is to train and fly which takes 4h 31m and costs £85 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Aberdeen via Crewe and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 36m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Aberdeen?

The distance between Cardiff and Aberdeen is 458 miles. The road distance is 488.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Aberdeen without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 9h 36m and costs £130 - £400.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Cardiff to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Aberdeen bus from?

Cardiff to Aberdeen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Aberdeen train from?

Cardiff to Aberdeen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Aberdeen is to train via Crewe which takes 9h 36m and costs £130 - £400. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £30 - £95 and takes 15h 10m.

Where does the Cardiff to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Cardiff to Aberdeen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Aberdeen train arrive?

Cardiff to Aberdeen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Aberdeen is 489 miles. It takes approximately 9h 7m to drive from Cardiff to Aberdeen.

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

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

Book your Cardiff to Aberdeen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

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

There are 11 ways to get from Cardiff to Aberdeen by train, plane, 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.

Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BRS - ABZ
4h 31m
£87–242
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk078
2. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Aberdeen Bus Stationbus Ukn11
16h 20m
£31–95
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain
9h 36m
£138–398
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus
15h 10m
£34–94
Drive 486.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Aberdeencar 486.1 mi
9h 7m
£119–171
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BHX - ABZ
5h 29m
£103–303
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LHR - ABZ
5h 41m
£120–384
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain
6h 51m
£66–207
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain
7h 6m
£66–197
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane BRS - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Aberdeentrain
6h 31m
£70–235
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Cardiff Central - Fareham / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Aberdeentrain Plymouth - Aberdeen / ...
10h 54m
£308–623

Cardiff to Aberdeen by train

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9h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 455.4 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Aberdeen via Crewe and Haymarket in around 9h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Union Square Bus Station via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 15h 10m.

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