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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Shildon is to bus and train which costs £20 - £70 and takes 9h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Shildon is to drive which takes 4h 49m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Shildon?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Shildon. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Shildon via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Shildon?

The distance between Aberdeen and Shildon is 297 miles. The road distance is 248.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Shildon without a car is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs £45 - £370.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Aberdeen to Shildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Shildon train from?

Aberdeen to Shildon train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Aberdeen station.

Train, bus or fly from Aberdeen to Shildon?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Shildon is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs £45 - £370. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £60 and takes 8h 58m, you could also fly, which costs £100 - £320 and takes 7h 54m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Shildon train arrive?

Aberdeen to Shildon train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Darlington station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Shildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Shildon is 249 miles. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Aberdeen to Shildon.

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

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Where can I stay near Shildon?

There are 1117+ hotels available in Shildon.

Aberdeen to Shildon - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Aberdeen to Shildon by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Darlingtontrain Aberdeen - London Kings Cross / ...
5h 34m
£48–370
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Bus Station to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Ukn11
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Middlesbroughtrain Newcastle - Middlesbrough / ...
9h 44m
£21–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M92
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Dolphin Centrebus 598 / ...
8h 58m
£27–59
Drive 247.4 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Shildoncar 247.4 mi
4h 49m
£61–88
Fly to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Newcastle (NCL)plane ABZ - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
7h 15m
£90–221
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlingtontrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
5h 38m
£38–136
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Darlingtontrain
6h 53m
£99–279
Fly to Durham Tees Valley Airport
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME)plane ABZ - MME
7h 54m
£100–314

Aberdeen to Shildon by train

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5h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 295.6 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Aberdeen to Darlington 4 times a day. Tickets cost £45–75 and the journey takes 4h 32m. Cross Country also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Shildon via Edinburgh, Bus Station, Dolphin Centre, and Darlington in around 8h 58m.

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