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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Wales to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
$309
Average price
$466
Fastest journey
8 h 55 m
Average duration
9 h 31 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
426 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wales to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wales to Aberdeen will cost around $466 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $309.
It's difficult to get from Wales to Aberdeen without transferring at least 2 times.
6:42 PM12h52Cardiff Central7:34 AMAberdeen$3091One-way2 transfers- 10:43 AM9h46Cardiff Central8:29 PMAberdeen$3821One-way3 transfers
- 2:55 PM9h29Cardiff Central12:24 AMAberdeen$3821One-way3 transfers
- 9:45 AM9h44Cardiff Central7:29 PMAberdeen$4251One-way2 transfers
- 1:51 PM9h46Cardiff Central11:37 PMAberdeen$4251One-way2 transfers
- 11:40 AM8h55Cardiff Central8:35 PMAberdeen$5171One-way2 transfers
- 2:55 PM9h29Cardiff Central12:24 AMAberdeen$3821One-way3 transfers
- 8:42 AM9h43Cardiff Central6:25 PMAberdeen$5051One-way3 transfers
- 9:45 AM9h44Cardiff Central7:29 PMAberdeen$4251One-way2 transfers
- 10:43 AM9h46Cardiff Central8:29 PMAberdeen$3821One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Wales to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wales to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $155.
Distance: 264 miles (426 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$84 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $155 Average price |
9h 16m Average total duration 8h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 5m Average total duration 12h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Wales to Aberdeen:
A bus is $54 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wales to Aberdeen costing on average $84 (€68).
A bus is $126 (€103) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Wales to Aberdeen costing on average $155 (€127).
Other travel options to Aberdeen take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 46m.
Bus takes on average 12h 35m.
Live departures
Wales to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Wales to Aberdeen trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:21 PM Cardiff Central | 19h05 | 4:26 PM Aberdeen | 3 transfers | |
| 9:21 PM Cardiff Central | 19h47 | 5:08 PM Aberdeen | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| 8:42 AM Cardiff Central | 9h43 | 6:25 PM Aberdeen | 3 transfers | |
| 9:45 AM Cardiff Central | 9h44 | 7:29 PM Aberdeen | 2 transfers | |
.png) | 10:20 AM Cardiff Central | 10h15 | 8:35 PM Aberdeen | 1 transfer | |
| 10:43 AM Cardiff Central | 9h46 | 8:29 PM Aberdeen | 3 transfers | |
| 11:40 AM Cardiff Central | 8h55 | 8:35 PM Aberdeen | 2 transfers | |
| 1:51 PM Cardiff Central | 9h46 | 11:37 PM Aberdeen | 2 transfers | |
| 2:55 PM Cardiff Central | 9h29 | 12:24 AM Aberdeen | 3 transfers | |
| 3:55 PM Cardiff Central | 16h17 | 8:12 AM Aberdeen | 2 transfers | |
| 4:41 PM Cardiff Central | 16h02 | 8:43 AM Aberdeen | 3 transfers | |
| 6:42 PM Cardiff Central | 12h52 | 7:34 AM Aberdeen | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wales to Aberdeen
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Wales to Aberdeen run on average 17 times per day, taking around 8h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $84 (€68) but you can travel from only $29 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 16:57. The fastest train covers the 264 miles (426 km) distance in 8h 46m.
Distance 264 miles (426 km) |
Average train duration 8h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $84 (€68) |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 8h 46m |
First train 5:57 AM |
Last train 4:57 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales from Wales to Aberdeen trainsGreat Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Wales and Aberdeen from $29 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Transport for Wales
FAQs: Trains from Wales to Aberdeen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wales to Aberdeen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Aberdeen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wales to Aberdeen
Most Wales to Aberdeen trains use the Kiveton Bridge to Aberdeen station pair. Use this guide to compare Wales and Aberdeen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Aberdeen station do trains from Wales arrive at?
Getting to Aberdeen from Aberdeen city centre
Aberdeen train station facilities and services
Aberdeen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Silver Darling, Moonfish Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aberdeen. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Aberdeen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aberdeen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aberdeen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aberdeen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Residence Inn Aberdeen, Hilton Aberdeen TECA, Jurys Inn Aberdeen.
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