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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 16h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Aberdeen is to train and fly which takes 4h 17m and costs £110 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Regent Circus and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Aberdeen via Paddington, King's Cross and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

How far is it from Swindon to Aberdeen?

The distance between Swindon and Aberdeen is 503 miles. The road distance is 483.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Aberdeen without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 8h 32m and costs £110 - £370.

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

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

Where do I catch the Swindon to Aberdeen bus from?

Swindon to Aberdeen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Regent Circus station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Aberdeen train from?

Swindon to Aberdeen train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Swindon to Aberdeen is to train via Edinburgh which takes 8h 32m and costs £110 - £370. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 16h 42m.

Where does the Swindon to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Swindon to Aberdeen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Swindon to Aberdeen train arrive?

Swindon to Aberdeen train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Aberdeen is 483 miles. It takes approximately 8h 7m to drive from Swindon to Aberdeen.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

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

There are 11 ways to get from Swindon 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 London Heathrow Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LHR - ABZ
4h 31m
£114–427
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to London VictoriaUk044 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Union Square Bus StationUkn11
16h 42m
£46–107
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddington
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
8h 32m
£112–369
Drive 480.2 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Aberdeen480.2 mi
8h 7m
£120–174
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BRS - ABZ
4h 17m
£114–254
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Swindon to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LGW - ABZ
5h 37m
£81–317
Train, train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Swindon to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham International
3. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BHX - ABZ
5h 41m
£130–367
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddington
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LTN - ABZ
5h 1m
£88–423
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Swindon 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 50m
£81–220
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham SpaLondon Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to AberdeenExeter St Davids - Aberdeen / ...
10h 30m
£193–315
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station183 / ...
3. Take the bus from George Street to AdelphiE1
18h 3m

Swindon to Aberdeen by bus

133Weekly Buses

16h 42mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 500.4 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

What companies run services between Swindon, England and Aberdeen, Scotland?

You can take a train from Swindon to Aberdeen via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 8h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to Union Square Bus Station via London Victoria in around 16h 42m.

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