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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Dunbar is to bus which costs £24 - £35 and takes 4h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Dunbar is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Dunbar?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Dunbar. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at High Street via Shandwick Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Dunbar?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Dunbar. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Dunbar?

The distance between Aberdeen and Dunbar is 158 miles. The road distance is 149.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Dunbar without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £85 - £120.

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

The train from Aberdeen to Dunbar takes 2h 59m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Dunbar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Dunbar train from?

Aberdeen to Dunbar train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Aberdeen station.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Dunbar?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Dunbar is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £85 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £35 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Dunbar bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Dunbar bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Queensferry Street station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Dunbar train arrive?

Aberdeen to Dunbar train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Dunbar station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Dunbar?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Dunbar is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Aberdeen to Dunbar.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunbar?

There are 191+ hotels available in Dunbar.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Aberdeen to Dunbar 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 DunbarAberdeen - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 59m
£85–120
Train via Edinburgh
cheapest
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh WaverleyAberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to DunbarEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 21m
£14–86
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Queensferry StreetM92
2. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to High StreetX7 / ...
4h 27m
£24–33
Drive 148.7 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Dunbar148.7 mi
2h 51m
£38–54

Aberdeen to Dunbar by train

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Distance: 156.7 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Aberdeen to Dunbar twice daily. Tickets cost £85–120 and the journey takes 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to High Street via Queensferry Street and Shandwick Place in around 4h 27m.

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