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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Aberdour is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 12h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Aberdour is to train and fly which takes 4h 45m and costs £55 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Aberdour?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Aberdour station. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Railway Station via Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Aberdour?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Aberdour. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Aberdour via Crewe and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Aberdour?

The distance between Cardiff and Aberdour is 396 miles. The road distance is 387 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Aberdour without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 53m and costs £85 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 7h 53m to get from Cardiff to Aberdour, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Aberdour bus from?

Cardiff to Aberdour bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Aberdour train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Aberdour?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Aberdour is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 53m and costs £85 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 12h 23m.

Where does the Cardiff to Aberdour bus arrive?

Cardiff to Aberdour bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Aberdour train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Aberdour?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Aberdour is 387 miles. It takes approximately 7h 18m to drive from Cardiff to Aberdour.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdour?

There are 2614+ hotels available in Aberdour.

Cardiff to Aberdour - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Cardiff to Aberdour by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to HaymarketLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
7h 53m
£87–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus StationM19
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach RoadX24 / ...
12h 23m
£36–54
Drive 384.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Aberdour384.7 mi
7h 18m
£97–140
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
4h 45m
£56–153
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh WaverleyCardiff Central - Edinburgh
8h 40m
£68–555
Bus via Leeds
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Leeds City Bus StationUk078
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkn11 / ...
13h 26m
£41–100
Train to Cardiff Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Barry
2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdour
4h 54m
£80–230
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
5h 38m
£74–216
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 Haymarket
6h 2m
£60–149
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
6h 46m
£65–227

Cardiff to Aberdour by train

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Distance: 393.5 mi
Duration: 7h 53m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Aberdour via Crewe and Haymarket in around 7h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Railway Station via Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road, and Bus Station in around 12h 23m.

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