Cardiff to Aberdeen Train
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Cardiff to Aberdeen by train
The journey from Cardiff to Aberdeen by train is 394.17 mi and takes 9 hrs 37 mins. There are 15 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:54 and the last at 20:05. It is possible to travel from Cardiff to Aberdeen by train for as little as £127.59 or as much as £310.63. The best price for this journey is £127.59.
| Lowest Price | £127.59 |
| Journey Duration | 9 hrs 37 mins |
| Connection per Day | London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail 15 |
| Lowest Price | London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail £127.59 |
| Highest Price | London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail £310.63 |
| First Departure | London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail 05:54 |
| Last Departure | London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail 20:05 |
| Distance | London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail 394.17 mi |
| Departure | London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail Cardiff |
| Arrival | London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail Aberdeen |
| Carriers | London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail |
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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Aberdeen
The cheapest Cardiff - Aberdeen train tickets can be found for as low as £30.48 if you’re lucky, or £34.04 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £36.88.
Find the best day to travel to Aberdeen by train
When travelling to Aberdeen by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper and Great Western Railway from Cardiff to Aberdeen
Compare services on board when travelling from Cardiff to Aberdeen by train.
| Facilities | London North Eastern Railway | Caledonian Sleeper | Great Western Railway | Transport for Wales | Avanti West Coast | ScotRail |
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Cardiff to Aberdeen CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
44.41kg
Bus
47.58kg
Flight
126.87kg
Car
101.5kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Cardiff to Aberdeen by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Cardiff and Aberdeen are 44.41kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Cardiff and Aberdeen? By taking the train between Cardiff and Aberdeen you will save 82.46kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 3.17kg compared to a bus and 57.09kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Cardiff to Aberdeen?
A train ticket from Cardiff to Aberdeen is £267.16. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £127.59.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Cardiff to Aberdeen?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Cardiff to Aberdeen is £127.59. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Cardiff and Aberdeen by train?
Cardiff to Aberdeen is 394.17 mi.
How long does the train between Cardiff and Aberdeen take?
Cardiff to Aberdeen is on average 9 hrs 37 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 8 hrs 51 mins.
Which companies operate from Cardiff to Aberdeen?
The train journey from Cardiff to Aberdeen is covered by 7 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
How many train connections per day go from Cardiff to Aberdeen?
Cardiff to Aberdeen has 15 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Cardiff to Aberdeen leave?
The earliest train from Cardiff to Aberdeen departs at 05:54. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Cardiff to Aberdeen depart?
The latest train from Cardiff to Aberdeen departs at 20:05. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Cardiff to Aberdeen in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £127.59 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Cardiff to Aberdeen by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Cardiff and Aberdeen is 8 hrs 51 mins.
Is there a direct train from Cardiff to Aberdeen?
Yes, there is a direct train between Cardiff and Aberdeen.
What are the CO2 emissions for Cardiff to Aberdeen by train?
The train journey from Cardiff to Aberdeen creates 44.41kg of CO2 emissions.