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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £29 - £45 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Kilmarnock to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Aberdeen via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Aberdeen?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Aberdeen is 172 miles. The road distance is 162.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Aberdeen without a car is to bus which takes 4h 11m and costs £29 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Kilmarnock to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Aberdeen bus from?

Kilmarnock to Aberdeen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Aberdeen train from?

Kilmarnock to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Kilmarnock to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Aberdeen is to bus which takes 4h 11m and costs £29 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £110 and takes 4h 29m, you could also fly, which costs £100 - £270 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Aberdeen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Aberdeen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Aberdeen is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Kilmarnock to Aberdeen.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

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There are 5 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Aberdeen by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091
4h 11m
£30–45
Bus via Dundee
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
4h 16m
£29–62
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
4h 29m
£68–110
Drive 161.5 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Aberdeencar 161.5 mi
2h 56m
£41–59
Fly
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane GLA - ABZ
5h 40m
£101–267

Kilmarnock to Aberdeen by bus

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Distance: 170.7 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £16–25 and the journey takes 3h 20m. Park's of Hamilton also services this route hourly. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen hourly. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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