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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £35 - £110 and takes 15h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Aberdeen is to train and fly which takes 4h 37m and costs £100 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Aberdeen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Aberdeen. Services depart three times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 14m.

How far is it from Exeter to Aberdeen?

The distance between Exeter and Aberdeen is 465 miles. The road distance is 560.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 10h 14m and costs £340 - £600.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Exeter to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Aberdeen bus from?

Exeter to Aberdeen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Aberdeen train from?

Exeter to Aberdeen train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train, bus or fly from Exeter to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Exeter to Aberdeen is to fly which takes 5h 33m and costs £110 - £270. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £340 - £600 and takes 10h 14m, you could also bus, which costs £35 - £110 and takes 15h 12m.

Where does the Exeter to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Exeter to Aberdeen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Aberdeen train arrive?

Exeter to Aberdeen train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Aberdeen is 560 miles. It takes approximately 9h 16m to drive from Exeter to Aberdeen.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Exeter to Aberdeen?

Book your Exeter to Aberdeen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

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Exeter to Aberdeen - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Exeter to Aberdeen by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Exeter to Aberdeen Airport
best
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)EXT - ABZ
5h 33m
£113–264
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus StationM9
15h 12m
£38–110
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to AberdeenExeter St Davids - Aberdeen / ...
10h 14m
£340–600
Drive 557.1 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Aberdeen557.1 mi
9h 16m
£139–200
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BRS - ABZ
4h 37m
£102–250
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BHX - ABZ
5h 52m
£125–335
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LHR - ABZ
5h 48m
£136–413
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeen
7h 7m
£73–320
Fly Exeter to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)EXT - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeen
6h 28m
£114–404
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Birmingham Coach Station101 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station183 / ...
3. Take the bus from George Street to AdelphiE1
18h 7m

Exeter to Aberdeen by train

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Distance: 461.9 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

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

Loganair and KLM fly from Exeter (EXT) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) twice daily. Alternatively, Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Aberdeen 3 times a week. Tickets cost £340–600 and the journey takes 10h 14m.

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