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 £22 - £60 and takes 7h 42m.

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 54m and costs £75 - £180.

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 7h 42m.

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 18m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Manchester?

The distance between Aberdeen and Manchester is 284 miles. The road distance is 331.2 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 which takes 6h 18m and costs £60 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m 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 54m and costs £75 - £180. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £200 and takes 6h 18m, you could also bus, which costs £22 - £60 and takes 7h 42m.

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 41m to drive from Aberdeen to Manchester.

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

Book your Aberdeen to Manchester train tickets online with Omio.

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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Aberdeen to Manchester - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Aberdeen to Manchester by plane, 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.

Fly Aberdeen Airport to Manchester Airport
best
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)ABZ - MAN
2h 54m
£76–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationUk091
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUkn30 / ...
7h 42m
£22–57
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to HaymarketAberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Manchester Oxford RoadEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
6h 18m
£64–193
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to NewcastleAberdeen - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Station172 / ...
9h 11m
£65–138
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness Airport Station
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)INV - MAN
4h 50m
£106–257
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Liverpool (LPL)ABZ - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
7h 4m
£96–351
Drive 329.2 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Manchester329.2 mi
5h 41m
£81–116

Aberdeen to Manchester by train

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6h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 282.4 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

Loganair and British Airways fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aberdeen to Manchester Oxford Road via Haymarket in around 6h 18m.

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