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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Aberdeen (ABD)

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8

train journeys
per day

393

miles (634 kms)

9hrs 8 mins

fastest journey

07:35 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Aberdeen (ABD)

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On a typical weekday there are 8 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Queen Street and Aberdeen , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 8 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Queen Street to Aberdeen is approximately 393 miles (634 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 12hrs.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Aberdeen.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to Aberdeen. The fastest journey time on this route takes 9hrs 8 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to Aberdeen Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:35
    9 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    17:06
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberdeen
    Cardiff Queen Street to Aberdeen
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:41
    10 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    17:55
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberdeen
    Cardiff Queen Street to Aberdeen
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:41
    9 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    19:04
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberdeen
    Cardiff Queen Street to Aberdeen
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:36
    9 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    20:44
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberdeen
    Cardiff Queen Street to Aberdeen
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:43
    9 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    23:11
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberdeen
    Cardiff Queen Street to Aberdeen
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:36
    16 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    08:12
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberdeen
    Cardiff Queen Street to Aberdeen
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:36
    15 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    13:02
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberdeen
    Cardiff Queen Street to Aberdeen
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:36
    16 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    15:57
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Aberdeen
    Cardiff Queen Street to Aberdeen

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Aberdeen Station

Station name Aberdeen (ABD)
Address Aberdeen station, Guild Street, Union Square, Aberdeen, Aberdeen, AB11 6LX
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 21:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:00
Sunday 08:45 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Available
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Aberdeen

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and Aberdeen by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 12hrs & the fastest journey takes 9hrs 8 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Aberdeen vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 8 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Aberdeen can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Queen Street & Aberdeen. owever, there are 8 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Aberdeen.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Aberdeen, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.