What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Alness?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Alness is to bus via Union Square Bus Station which costs £17 - £40 and takes 4h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Alness?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Alness is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Alness?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen to Alness. However, there are services departing from Adelphi and arriving at Library via Bus Station Stance 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Alness?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Alness. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Alness via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Alness?

The distance between Aberdeen and Alness is 129 miles. The road distance is 122.4 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Alness without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Alness without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 7m and costs £17 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Alness?

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Aberdeen to Alness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Alness bus from?

Aberdeen to Alness bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Adelphi station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Alness train from?

Aberdeen to Alness train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Alness?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Alness is to bus which takes 4h 11m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £25 - £65 and takes 4h.

Where does the Aberdeen to Alness bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Alness bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Union Street station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Alness train arrive?

Aberdeen to Alness train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Alness?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Alness is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Aberdeen to Alness.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdeen to Alness?

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Where can I stay near Alness?

There are 859+ hotels available in Alness.

Aberdeen to Alness - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Aberdeen to Alness by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 2 to LibraryX25 / ...
3h 7m
£18–50
Bus via Union Square Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4M96
4h 23m
£17–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Adelphi to Union StreetE7
4h 11m
Drive 121.7 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Alness121.7 mi
2h 31m
£31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to AlnessInverness - Tain / ...
4h
£26–63

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 127.8 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Alness, Scotland?

Ember operates a bus from Adelphi to Union Street hourly, and the journey takes 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aberdeen to Alness via Inverness in around 4h.

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