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

The cheapest way to get from Dalkeith to Aberdeen is to line 3 bus and bus which costs £20 - £29 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dalkeith to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dalkeith and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Dalkeith to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from South Street and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Queensferry Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Dalkeith to Aberdeen?

The distance between Dalkeith and Aberdeen is 137 miles. The road distance is 129.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dalkeith to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £9 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Dalkeith to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dalkeith to Aberdeen bus from?

Dalkeith to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, depart from South Street station.

Train or bus from Dalkeith to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Dalkeith to Aberdeen is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £9 - £85. Alternatively, you can line 3 bus and bus, which costs £20 - £29 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Dalkeith to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Dalkeith to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, arrive at Shandwick Place station.

Can I drive from Dalkeith to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Dalkeith to Aberdeen is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Dalkeith to Aberdeen.

Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

There are 672+ hotels available in Aberdeen.

Dalkeith to Aberdeen - 4 ways to travel via train, line 3 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dalkeith to Aberdeen by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
3h 35m
£10–82
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
5h 12m
£3–52
Line 3 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from South Street to Shandwick Placebus 3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Union Square Bus Stationbus M92
4h 11m
£21–29
Drive 128.4 mi
1. Drive from Dalkeith to Aberdeencar 128.4 mi
2h 21m
£32–46

Dalkeith to Aberdeen by bus and train

60Weekly Services

3h 35mAverage Duration

£10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 136.2 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen every 2 hours. Tickets cost £16–55 and the journey takes 2h 28m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Street to Union Square Bus Station via Shandwick Place and Queensferry Street in around 4h 11m.

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