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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Aberdeen is to bus via Bristol which costs £35 - £95 and takes 14h 31m.

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 £95 - £240.

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, Newhall St and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 31m.

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 £110 - £600.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m 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 35m and costs £95 - £270. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £110 - £600 and takes 10h 14m, you could also bus via Bristol, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 14h 31m.

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Exeter to Aberdeen Airport
best
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)EXT - ABZ
5h 35m
£98–264
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Station
14h 31m
£37–93
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to AberdeenPlymouth - Aberdeen / ...
10h 14m
£110–600
Drive 557.1 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Aberdeen557.1 mi
9h 16m
£137–198
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
£97–240
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 53m
£120–343
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 49m
£140–407
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 25m
£109–404
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 2m
£73–320
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Birmingham Coach Station106 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station183 / ...
3. Take the bus from George Street to AdelphiE1
18h 2m

Exeter to Aberdeen by train

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10h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 461.9 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

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

Loganair, KLM, and Aurigny 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 £110–600 and the journey takes 10h 14m.

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