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 £60 - £120 and takes 15h 6m.

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 40m and costs £110 - £320.

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 Exeter and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station, Newhall Street and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 6m.

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 twice daily, 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 - £490.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m 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 Exeter 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 42m and costs £120 - £310. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £340 - £490 and takes 10h 14m, you could also bus, which costs £60 - £120 and takes 15h 6m.

Where does the Exeter to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Exeter to Aberdeen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol 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 22m 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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There are 9 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)plane EXT - ABZ
5h 42m
£127–301
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to Bristol Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus
3. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus
15h 6m
£63–112
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Aberdeentrain Plymouth - Aberdeen
10h 14m
£340–490
Drive 557.1 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Aberdeencar 557.1 mi
9h 22m
£138–200
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BRS - ABZ
4h 40m
£111–315
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BHX - ABZ
5h 46m
£166–339
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LHR - ABZ
5h 40m
£163–552
Fly Exeter to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane EXT - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain
6h 35m
£133–344
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Haymarkettrain
4. Take the bus from Haymarket to Aberdeen Union Streetbus
14h 5m
£206–364

Exeter to Aberdeen by train

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Distance: 461.8 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

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

Loganair and KLM fly from Exeter (EXT) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Aberdeen twice daily. Tickets cost £340–490 and the journey takes 10h 14m.

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