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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Scotland is to bus which costs £14 - £24 and takes 3h 25m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Scotland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Union Square Bus Station station and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Scotland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Scotland?

The distance between Aberdeen and Scotland is 153 miles. The road distance is 140.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Scotland without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £65 - £120.

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

The train from Aberdeen to Glasgow Queen Street takes 2h 37m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Scotland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Scotland train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Scotland?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Scotland is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £24 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Scotland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberdeen to Scotland train arrive?

Aberdeen to Scotland train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Scotland?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Scotland is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Aberdeen to Scotland.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Scotland?

There are 873+ hotels available in Scotland.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Aberdeen to Scotland 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 Glasgow Queen Streettrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2h 37m
£65–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk091
3h 25m
£14–24
Drive 139.3 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Glasgowcar 139.3 mi
2h 30m
£34–49
Bus via Dundee
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Dundee Slessor Gardensbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to Buchanan Bus Stnbus Ember
4h 13m
£19–28

Aberdeen to Scotland by train

106Weekly Trains

2h 37mAverage Duration

£65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 152.2 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Aberdeen to Glasgow Queen Street hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 2h 37m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £14–24 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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