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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Manchester is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 8h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Manchester is to fly which takes 2h 51m and costs £75 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Manchester?

The distance between Aberdeen and Manchester is 284 miles. The road distance is 331.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Manchester without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 6h 28m and costs £110 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Aberdeen to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Manchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Manchester train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Aberdeen to Manchester?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Manchester is to fly which takes 2h 51m and costs £75 - £220. Alternatively, you can train via Edinburgh, which costs £110 - £250 and takes 6h 28m, you could also bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 8h 12m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Manchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberdeen to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Manchester is 331 miles. It takes approximately 5h 44m to drive from Aberdeen to Manchester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Aberdeen to Manchester?

Book your Aberdeen to Manchester bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
2h 51m
£78–215
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk091
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
8h 12m
£42–73
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
6h 28m
£118–242
Drive 329.2 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Manchestercar 329.2 mi
5h 44m
£81–116
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Prestontrain Inverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Preston to Deansgatetrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
6h 44m
£107–180

Aberdeen to Manchester by train

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Distance: 282.4 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Manchester, England?

Loganair and Aer Lingus fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aberdeen to Manchester Oxford Road via Haymarket in around 6h 28m.

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