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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Aberdeen is to bus via Stirling which costs £12 - £24 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Burnside Lane and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Aberdeen?

The distance between Hamilton and Aberdeen is 159 miles. The road distance is 143.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Aberdeen without a car is to bus which takes 3h 49m and costs £7 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Hamilton to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Aberdeen bus from?

Hamilton to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Hamilton to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Hamilton to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Aberdeen is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Hamilton to Aberdeen.

Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

There are 672+ hotels available in Aberdeen.

Hamilton to Aberdeen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 267 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Hamilton to Aberdeen by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M9
3h 49m
£7–30
Line 267 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Queen Stbus 267 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
4h 35m
Drive 142.5 mi
1. Drive from Hamilton to Aberdeencar 142.5 mi
2h 33m
£35–50
Bus via Stirling
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Park and Ridebus Uk091
2. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091
4h 7m
£13–24

Hamilton to Aberdeen by bus

270Weekly Buses

3h 49mAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158.5 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

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

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £21–30 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.

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