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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Musselburgh is to bus via Queensferry Street which costs £20 - £29 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Musselburgh is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Musselburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Musselburgh. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at High Street via Shandwick Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Musselburgh?

The distance between Aberdeen and Musselburgh is 135 miles. The road distance is 126.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Musselburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £9 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Aberdeen to Musselburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Musselburgh bus from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Musselburgh?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Musselburgh is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £9 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus via Queensferry Street, which costs £20 - £29 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Musselburgh bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Musselburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Queensferry Street station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Musselburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Musselburgh is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Aberdeen to Musselburgh.

Where can I stay near Musselburgh?

There are 2389+ hotels available in Musselburgh.

Aberdeen to Musselburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh WaverleyAberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2h 54m
£10–80
Bus via Queensferry Street
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Queensferry StreetM92
3h 40m
£20–29
Drive 126 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Musselburgh126 mi
2h 28m
£31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Adelphi to Haymarket StationE1
4h 20m

Aberdeen to Musselburgh by train and bus

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2h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 134.1 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverley every 2 hours. Tickets cost £23–55 and the journey takes 2h 21m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Queensferry Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £19–26 and the journey takes 2h 59m.

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