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

The cheapest way to get from Lanark to Aberdeen is to train via Edinburgh which costs £9 - £65 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lanark to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Lanark and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Lanark to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Wellgate and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Lanark and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Lanark to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Lanark and arriving at Aberdeen via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Lanark to Aberdeen?

The distance between Lanark and Aberdeen is 174 miles. The road distance is 140.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lanark to Aberdeen without a car is to bus which takes 4h 27m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Lanark to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lanark to Aberdeen bus from?

Lanark to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Stuarts Coaches UK, depart from Wellgate station.

Where do I catch the Lanark to Aberdeen train from?

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

Train or bus from Lanark to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Lanark to Aberdeen is to bus which takes 4h 27m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Lanark to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Lanark to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Stuarts Coaches UK, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Lanark to Aberdeen train arrive?

Lanark to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Lanark to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Lanark to Aberdeen is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Lanark to Aberdeen.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

There are 672+ hotels available in Aberdeen.

Lanark to Aberdeen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Lanark 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 Wellgate to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 240X
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M9
4h 27m
Train via Edinburgh
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
4h 52m
£10–63
Train
1. Take the train from Lanark to Glasgow Centraltrain Lanark - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
4h 30m
£36–95
Drive 140 mi
1. Drive from Lanark to Aberdeencar 140 mi
2h 41m
£34–49
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Wellgate to Bus Terminalbus 34A / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
6h 32m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lanark to Aberdeen.

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Distance: 172.7 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Wellgate to Union Square Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lanark to Aberdeen via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 4h 30m.

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