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 - £70 and takes 13h 21m.

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 19m and costs £100 - £240.

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 Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 21m.

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 40m.

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 40m and costs £95 - £340.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m 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 Megabus UK, 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 40m and costs £95 - £340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 13h 21m.

Where does the Cardiff to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Cardiff to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Buchanan 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 3m to drive from Cardiff to Aberdeen.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

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Cardiff to Aberdeen - 12 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 12 ways to get from Cardiff to Aberdeen by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BRS - ABZ
4h 19m
£100–236
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus StationM19
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus StationM9
13h 21m
£34–68
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeen
9h 40m
£97–336
Drive 486.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Aberdeen486.1 mi
9h 3m
£122–176
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BHX - ABZ
5h 12m
£112–295
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LHR - ABZ
5h 17m
£122–387
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeen
6h 58m
£67–302
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen
7h 27m
£65–202
Fly Cardiff Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeen
7h 7m
£91–365
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)BRS - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Aberdeen
6h 40m
£79–235
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple MeadsCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to AberdeenExeter St Davids - Aberdeen / ...
10h 56m
£307–623
Bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-TyneUk078
2. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Aberdeen Bus StationUkn11
16h 20m
£36–101

Cardiff to Aberdeen by train

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9h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 455.4 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Union Square Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 13h 21m.

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