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 £18 - £40 and takes 4h 28m.

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 32m and costs £29 - £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 Aberdeen Union Street and arriving at Library via Bus Station Stance 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

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 130 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 line 25 bus which takes 3h 12m and costs £22 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m 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 Aberdeen Union Street 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 9m and costs £7 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 4h.

Where does the Aberdeen to Alness bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Alness bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness 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 32m 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 877+ hotels available in Alness.

Aberdeen to Alness - 5 ways to travel via train, line 25 bus, 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, line 25 bus
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 2 to Librarybus 25 / ...
3h 12m
£23–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
4h 9m
£8–43
Drive 121.7 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Alnesscar 121.7 mi
2h 32m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain
2. Take the train from Inverness to Alnesstrain Inverness - Wick / ...
4h
£30–55
Bus via Union Square Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4bus M96
4h 28m
£18–39

Aberdeen to Alness by bus

112Weekly Buses

4h 9mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Aberdeen to Alness.

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Distance: 129.1 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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

Ember operates a bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Inverness Union Street hourly. Tickets cost £1–35 and the journey takes 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aberdeen to Alness via Inverness in around 4h.

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