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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £75 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £75, while a flight costs an average of £255.
Distance: 626 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£243 Average Price | £75 Average Price Cheapest | £255 Average Price | £130 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 1m Average total duration 9h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 57m Average total duration 16h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Swansea to Aberdeen, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Swansea to Aberdeen:
A coach is £168 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swansea to Aberdeen costing on average £243.
A coach is £180 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Swansea to Aberdeen costing on average £255.
Other travel options to Aberdeen take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 1m.
Coach takes on average 16h 57m.
Tickets start at around £243 compared to roughly £130 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£112. The journey takes 9h 31m versus 9h 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Aberdeen from Swansea by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Swansea to Aberdeen is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Aberdeen are Stonehaven, Dundee, Banchory, Inverurie and Peterhead. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Aberdeen on Omio.
Stonehaven is a seaside town in Aberdeenshire known for its harbour, coastal setting and nearby Dunnottar Castle. It combines fishing heritage with a relaxed centre, North Sea views and strong local traditions.
Dundee is a compact Scottish city on the River Tay, known for design, digital creativity and a maritime past. The waterfront and V&A Dundee give it a modern feel, while old streets and university life keep its character grounded.
Travel to Aberdeen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Swansea to Aberdeen.
This is compared to other travel options from Swansea to Aberdeen:
A coach is £168 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swansea to Aberdeen costing on average £243.
A coach is £180 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Swansea to Aberdeen costing on average £255.
Other travel options to Aberdeen take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 1m.
Coach takes on average 16h 57m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Swansea and Aberdeen as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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