What is the cheapest way to get from Barrow in Furness to Aberdeen?

The cheapest way to get from Barrow in Furness to Aberdeen is to train and bus which costs £30 - £90 and takes 9h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barrow in Furness to Aberdeen?

The fastest way to get from Barrow in Furness to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 5h 14m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Barrow in Furness and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Barrow in Furness to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Barrow-in-Furness and arriving at Aberdeen via Carlisle and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

How far is it from Barrow in Furness to Aberdeen?

The distance between Barrow in Furness and Aberdeen is 315 miles. The road distance is 282.6 miles.

How do I travel from Barrow in Furness to Aberdeen without a car?

The best way to get from Barrow in Furness to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 7h 38m and costs £30 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Barrow in Furness to Aberdeen?

It takes approximately 7h 38m to get from Barrow in Furness to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barrow in Furness to Aberdeen train from?

Barrow in Furness to Aberdeen train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Barrow-in-Furness station.

Where does the Barrow in Furness to Aberdeen train arrive?

Barrow in Furness to Aberdeen train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Barrow in Furness to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Barrow in Furness to Aberdeen is 283 miles. It takes approximately 5h 14m to drive from Barrow in Furness to Aberdeen.

Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

There are 659+ hotels available in Aberdeen.

Barrow in Furness to Aberdeen - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Barrow in Furness to Aberdeen by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Barrow-in-Furness to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
7h 38m
£35–177
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Lancaster
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Buchanan Bus Station181
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus StationM9
9h 10m
£32–87
Drive 281 mi
1. Drive from Barrow in Furness to Aberdeen281 mi
5h 14m
£70–101
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)MAN - ABZ
5h 31m
£96–233
Train, bus via Galashiels
1. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Carlisle
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Galashiels Transport InterchangeX95
3. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus StationX62 / ...
4. Take the bus from George Street to AdelphiE1
11h 47m
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)MAN - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Aberdeen
7h 33m
£129–326
Train, train to Leeds Bradford International Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Carnforth
2. Take the train from Carnforth to Shipley
3. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LBA - ABZ
9h 30m
£77–207
Train, train to Liverpool, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Lancaster
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Warrington Bank Quay
3. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LPL - ABZ
8h 15m
£118–236

Barrow in Furness to Aberdeen by train

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Distance: 313.2 mi
Duration: 7h 38m

What companies run services between Barrow in Furness, England and Aberdeen, Scotland?

You can take a train from Barrow-in-Furness to Aberdeen via Carlisle and Edinburgh Waverley in around 7h 38m.

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