What is the cheapest way to get from Alnwick to Arbroath?

The cheapest way to get from Alnwick to Arbroath is to bus which costs £26 - £40 and takes 4h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alnwick to Arbroath?

The fastest way to get from Alnwick to Arbroath is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Alnwick and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct bus from Alnwick to Arbroath station. However, there are services departing from Retail Park and arriving at Bus Station via Edinburgh Bus Station Gate F-Stance 11 and Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Alnwick to Arbroath?

The distance between Alnwick and Arbroath is 171 miles. The road distance is 153.8 miles.

How do I travel from Alnwick to Arbroath without a car?

The best way to get from Alnwick to Arbroath without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 51m and costs £29 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Alnwick to Arbroath?

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Alnwick to Arbroath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alnwick to Arbroath bus from?

Alnwick to Arbroath bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Retail Park station.

Train or bus from Alnwick to Arbroath?

The best way to get from Alnwick to Arbroath is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 51m and costs £29 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £40 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Alnwick to Arbroath bus arrive?

Alnwick to Arbroath bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Can I drive from Alnwick to Arbroath?

Yes, the driving distance between Alnwick to Arbroath is 154 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Alnwick to Arbroath.

Where can I stay near Arbroath?

There are 224+ hotels available in Arbroath.

Alnwick to Arbroath - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Alnwick to Arbroath 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 via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Alnmouth to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Birmingham New Street - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroathtrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
3h 51m
£29–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Retail Park to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 591
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh Bus Station Gate F-Stance 11 to Dundee Seagate Bus Stationbus megabus M92
4h 51m
£26–39
Drive 152.9 mi
1. Drive from Alnwick to Arbroathcar 152.9 mi
3h 8m
£38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Alnmouth to Arbroathtrain London Kings Cross - Aberdeen
4h 43m
£91–126
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Green Batt to Railway Stationbus X18
2. Take the train from Berwick-upon-Tweed to Arbroathtrain London Kings Cross - Aberdeen / ...
5h 17m
£81–116

Alnwick to Arbroath by bus and train

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3h 51mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.7 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Alnwick, England and Arbroath, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Green Batt to Arbroath via Curly Lane, Alnmouth, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Retail Park to Bus Station via Edinburgh Bus Station Gate F-Stance 11 and Seagate Bus Station in around 4h 51m.

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