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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £35 - £80 and takes 14h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Aberdeen is to train and fly which takes 5h 13m and costs £100 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Catherine Street E2 and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Kingsway GD and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Aberdeen via Cardiff Central, Crewe and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 47m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Aberdeen?

The distance between Pontypridd and Aberdeen is 471 miles. The road distance is 486.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Aberdeen without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 10h 47m and costs £100 - £350.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Pontypridd to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Aberdeen bus from?

Pontypridd to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Aberdeen train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Aberdeen is to train via Crewe which takes 10h 47m and costs £100 - £350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 14h 59m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Pontypridd to Aberdeen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Aberdeen is 487 miles. It takes approximately 8h 49m to drive from Pontypridd to Aberdeen.

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

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

There are 12 ways to get from Pontypridd 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
5h 13m
£104–247
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
14h 59m
£39–76
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
10h 47m
£100–350
Drive 483.7 mi
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Aberdeen483.7 mi
8h 49m
£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
6h 32m
£115–309
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
6h 15m
£123–401
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
7h 51m
£71–313
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
8h 20m
£69–213
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 51m
£94–375
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Wilmslow
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)MAN - ABZ
8h 20m
£115–259
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 / ...
11h 49m
£311–634
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
18h 24m
£42–113

Pontypridd to Aberdeen by train

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Distance: 467.8 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

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

You can take a train from Pontypridd to Aberdeen via Cardiff Central, Crewe, and Haymarket in around 10h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Catherine Street E2 to Union Square Bus Station via Greyfriars Road Stop GJ, Kingsway GD, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 14h 59m.

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