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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £24 - £35 and takes 3h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Aberdeen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Union Street and arriving at Adelphi. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Aberdeen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Inverness and arriving at Aberdeen. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Inverness to Aberdeen?

The distance between Inverness and Aberdeen is 107 miles. The road distance is 103.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £15 - £45.

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

The train from Inverness to Aberdeen takes 2h 12m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Aberdeen bus from?

Inverness to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Union Street station.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Aberdeen train from?

Inverness to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.

Train or bus from Inverness to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Inverness to Aberdeen is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £15 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £35 and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the Inverness to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Inverness to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Adelphi station.

Where does the Inverness to Aberdeen train arrive?

Inverness to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Aberdeen is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Inverness to Aberdeen.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

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Inverness to Aberdeen - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Inverness to Aberdeen by train, bus, or car

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Inverness to Aberdeen by bus

568Weekly Buses

3h 8mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Inverness to Aberdeen.

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Distance: 106.8 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Aberdeen hourly. Tickets cost £15–45 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Union Street to Adelphi hourly, and the journey takes 3h 8m. Stagecoach North Scotland also services this route every 30 minutes.

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