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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Falkirk is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Falkirk is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at Asda via Park and Ride and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Falkirk Grahamston via Stirling. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Falkirk?

The distance between Aberdeen and Falkirk is 134 miles. The road distance is 119.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Falkirk without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £22 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Aberdeen to Falkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Falkirk bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Falkirk train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Falkirk?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Falkirk is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £22 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 38 bus, which costs and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Falkirk bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Falkirk bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Park and Ride station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Falkirk train arrive?

Aberdeen to Falkirk train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Stirling station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Falkirk is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Aberdeen to Falkirk.

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

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Where can I stay near Falkirk?

There are 824+ hotels available in Falkirk.

Aberdeen to Falkirk - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 38 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Aberdeen to Falkirk by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to StirlingAberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2h 34m
£22–68
Bus, line 38 bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Park and RideUk091
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Asda38 / ...
3h 57m
Drive 118.8 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Falkirk118.8 mi
2h 14m
£30–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Queensferry StreetM92
2. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to St Andrew`s ChurchX38
4h 42m

Aberdeen to Falkirk by train

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2h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 133.7 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Aberdeen to Stirling hourly. Tickets cost £21–60 and the journey takes 2h 2m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Asda via Park and Ride, Stirling Baptist Church, and Bus Station in around 3h 57m.

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