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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Alva is to bus via Park and Ride which costs £8 - £15 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Alva is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Alva?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Alva. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at The Cross Keys via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Alva?

The distance between Aberdeen and Alva is 131 miles. The road distance is 110.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Alva without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £22 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Aberdeen to Alva, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Alva bus from?

Aberdeen to Alva bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Alva?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Alva is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £22 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £26 and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Alva bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Alva bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Alva?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Alva is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Aberdeen to Alva.

Where can I stay near Alva?

There are 671+ hotels available in Alva.

Aberdeen to Alva - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Aberdeen to Alva 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
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to StirlingAberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2h 38m
£22–60
Bus via Park and Ride
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Park and RideUk091
3h 41m
£8–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Bus StationM9
3h 17m
£18–26
Drive 110.3 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Alva110.3 mi
2h 3m
£28–40

Aberdeen to Alva by train and bus

113Weekly Services

2h 38mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 130.1 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Aberdeen to Stirling hourly. Tickets cost £22–60 and the journey takes 2h 2m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £18–26 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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