The average train between Aberdeen and Wales takes 10h 47m and the fastest train takes 8h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberdeen to Wales. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Aberdeen and Wales. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberdeen is at 9:35 PM which arrives into Wales at 12:43 PM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 10h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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8h 44m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Aberdeen to Wales? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Wales. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen station and arriving at Cardiff Central station via Haymarket station and Crewe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 47m.
Aberdeen to Wales train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.
Aberdeen to Wales train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Aberdeen and Wales is 549.5 km. The road distance is 783 km.
You can take a train from Aberdeen to Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe in around 9h 32m.