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

The cheapest way to get from Cardross to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £23 - £45 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardross to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardross and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardross to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Smithy Road and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Quay Street, Waterloo Lane and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cardross and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Cardross to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Cardross and arriving at Aberdeen via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Cardross to Aberdeen?

The distance between Cardross and Aberdeen is 171 miles. The road distance is 146.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardross to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Cardross to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardross to Aberdeen bus from?

Cardross to Aberdeen bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Quay Street station.

Where do I catch the Cardross to Aberdeen train from?

Cardross to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardross to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Cardross to Aberdeen is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Dundee, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 5h 9m, you could also fly, which costs £85 - £300 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Cardross to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Cardross to Aberdeen bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Hielenman's Umbrella station.

Where does the Cardross to Aberdeen train arrive?

Cardross to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Cardross to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardross to Aberdeen is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Cardross to Aberdeen.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

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Cardross to Aberdeen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Cardross to Aberdeen by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
4h 2m
£73–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Quay Street to Hielenman's Umbrellabus 1A / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091
5h 10m
£24–41
Bus via Dundee
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Dundee stationbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
5h 9m
£27–42
Drive 146 mi
1. Drive from Cardross to Aberdeencar 146 mi
2h 49m
£36–52
Fly
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane GLA - ABZ
5h 32m
£86–296

Cardross to Aberdeen by train

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Distance: 169.9 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cardross to Aberdeen Union Street via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, Buchanan Bus Stn, and Dundee station in around 5h 9m.

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