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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Musselburgh is to bus which costs £16 - £22 and takes 4h 42m.

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 30m 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 Waterloo Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Musselburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Musselburgh. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Musselburgh?

The distance between Aberdeen and Musselburgh is 135 miles. The road distance is 126.8 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 58m and costs £30 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m 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 FlixBus, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Musselburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Musselburgh?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Musselburgh is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £30 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus via Waterloo Place, which costs £17 - £28 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Musselburgh bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Musselburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Musselburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Musselburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Musselburgh is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Aberdeen to Musselburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Musselburgh?

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

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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 Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2h 58m
£30–85
Bus via Waterloo Place
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
4h 1m
£17–27
Drive 126.1 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Musselburghcar 126.1 mi
2h 30m
£31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Haymarketbus Ember
4h 42m
£17–22

Aberdeen to Musselburgh by train and bus

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Distance: 133.9 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverley every 2 hours. Tickets cost £50–85 and the journey takes 2h 21m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £16–25 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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