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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Ellesmere is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 15h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Ellesmere is to fly and train which takes 6h 24m and costs £95 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at Watergate Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, bus station, Stand D and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Wem via Haymarket and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Ellesmere?

The distance between Aberdeen and Ellesmere is 400 miles. The road distance is 373.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Ellesmere without a car is to train which takes 9h 22m and costs £130 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 9h 22m to get from Aberdeen to Ellesmere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Ellesmere bus from?

Aberdeen to Ellesmere bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Ellesmere train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Ellesmere?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Ellesmere is to train which takes 9h 22m and costs £130 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 15h 18m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Ellesmere bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Ellesmere bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Ellesmere train arrive?

Aberdeen to Ellesmere train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Ellesmere?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Ellesmere is 374 miles. It takes approximately 6h 36m to drive from Aberdeen to Ellesmere.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere?

There are 816+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

Aberdeen to Ellesmere - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Aberdeen to Ellesmere by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
9h 22m
£135–266
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Stoke-on-Trentbus
15h 18m
£42–75
Drive 371.4 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Ellesmerecar 371.4 mi
6h 36m
£92–133
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane ABZ - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Shrewsburytrain
6h 24m
£95–242
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Haymarketbus
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
11h 19m
£114–204
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Manchester Airport, train, line 501 bus
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
2. Take the train from Wilmslow to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from The Gateway to Watergate Streetbus
6h 43m
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane ABZ - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain
7h 57m
£122–328
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Shrewsburytrain
8h 48m
£100–236
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Liverpool (LPL)plane ABZ - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Crewetrain
8h 36m
£134–461

Aberdeen to Ellesmere by train and bus

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Distance: 398 mi
Duration: 9h 22m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Ellesmere, Shropshire, England?

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Watergate Street via Haymarket, Crewe, Wem, and Methodist Church in around 9h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Watergate Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, bus station, Stand D, and Bus Station in around 15h 18m.

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