Aberdeen, United Kingdom to Cardiff: Road Trip Guide & Distance

394.1 miles 634.2 km · straight line
524.9 miles actual route 844.8 km · driving distance
9h 44min estimated drive time
£80 - £98 estimated fuel cost
~1h 18min flight time
187° S bearing direction

How far is Aberdeen, United Kingdom from Cardiff?

The distance from Aberdeen, United Kingdom to Cardiff is 394.1 miles (634.2 km) as the crow flies. Cardiff is located S of Aberdeen, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 524.9 miles, taking about 9h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Aberdeen, United Kingdom and Cardiff. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Aberdeen, United Kingdom to Cardiff

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 44min £80 - £98 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 18min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 41min $42–$79* Budget
Train ~9h 15min $63–$184* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Aberdeen, United Kingdom & Cardiff

Quick Facts

Aberdeen, United Kingdom
57.15°N, 2.09°W
Europe/London
20m elevation
Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 131 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 33 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 63.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM