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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Midlothian is to bus which costs £9 - £35 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Midlothian is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Midlothian?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Midlothian. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at Shank Bridge via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Midlothian?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Midlothian. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Gorebridge via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Midlothian?

The distance between Aberdeen and Midlothian is 140 miles. The road distance is 132.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Midlothian without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £16 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Aberdeen to Midlothian, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Midlothian bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Midlothian train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Midlothian?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Midlothian is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £16 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £35 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Midlothian bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Midlothian bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Midlothian train arrive?

Aberdeen to Midlothian train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Midlothian?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Midlothian is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Aberdeen to Midlothian.

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

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Where can I stay near Midlothian?

There are 2218+ hotels available in Midlothian.

Aberdeen to Midlothian - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 29 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Aberdeen to Midlothian 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 Edinburgh WaverleyAberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
3h 14m
£17–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus StationM92
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Shank BridgeX95
4h 26m
£10–31
Drive 131.8 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Midlothian131.8 mi
2h 24m
£33–48
Bus, line 29 bus
1. Take the bus from Adelphi to George StreetE1
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Terminus29 / ...
4h 47m

Aberdeen to Midlothian by train

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Distance: 139.4 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverley every 3 hours. Tickets cost £16–55 and the journey takes 2h 21m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Shank Bridge via Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 4h 26m.

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