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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Aberdeen Bus Station | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Aberdeen Bus Station | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Aberdeen Bus Station | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Aberdeen Bus Station | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 3:33 PM GMT.
Get from Aberdeen to Cardiff
The journey takes about 20 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Aberdeen and Cardiff?
Stops in Cardiff
- A2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
- B
Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
50 Park Place (Bus Stop, o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff CF10 - C
Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens
22 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff CF11 9LJ, UK - D
Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop
21A Castle St, Cardiff CF10 1BT, UK - E
National Museum
Gorsedd Gardens Rd, Cardiff CF10 3NP, UK - F
Cardiff Bus Stop - Westgate
206 Westgate St, Cardiff CF10, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Aberdeen to Cardiff by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Aberdeen to Cardiff?
The cheapest bus tickets from Aberdeen to Cardiff start from $74. The average price for this route is around $162. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Aberdeen to Cardiff?
The average bus travel time from Aberdeen to Cardiff is 20h 10m, covering a distance of 634 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Aberdeen to Cardiff route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Aberdeen to Cardiff?
The earliest bus departs from Aberdeen to Cardiff at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Aberdeen to Cardiff?
A bus trip from Aberdeen to Cardiff generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Aberdeen to Cardiff?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4290 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Aberdeen to Cardiff?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Aberdeen to Cardiff?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Aberdeen to Cardiff?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Aberdeen to Cardiff was searched and found on Dec 27, 2025 with a price of $148To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Aberdeen to Cardiff, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $148 to $240 for a bus ticket from Aberdeen to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $148 which is on 2025-12-27.
