There are 3 ways to get from Lanark to Aberdeen by 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.
Recommended option
Train
-
Take the train from Lanark to Glasgow Central
-
Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen
Cheapest option
Train, bus
-
Take the train from Lanark to Glasgow Central
-
Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Aberdeen Coach Station
1 alternative option
Drive
-
Drive from Lanark to Aberdeen
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Lanark to Aberdeen is to train and bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 4h 49m.
The quickest way to get from Lanark to Aberdeen is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 37m.
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 32m.
It is 121 miles from Lanark to Aberdeen. It is approximately 145.7 miles to drive.
The best way to get from Lanark to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £40 - £70.
It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Lanark to Aberdeen, including transfers.
Lanark to Aberdeen train services, operated by First ScotRail Service, depart from Lanark station.
Lanark to Aberdeen train services, operated by First ScotRail Service, arrive at Aberdeen station.
Yes, the driving distance between Lanark to Aberdeen is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Lanark to Aberdeen.
There are 127+ hotels available in Aberdeen. Prices start at £75 per night.
- Distance: 120.9 miles
- Duration: 4h 32m
What companies run services between Lanark, Scotland and Aberdeen, Scotland?
You can take a train from Lanark to Aberdeen via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 4h 32m.
- Phone
- +44 344 811 0141
- customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk
- Website
- scotrail.co.uk
Train from Lanark to Glasgow Central
- Ave. Duration
- 51 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- £7 - £11
- Website
- First ScotRail Service
- Standard
- £7 - £11
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 40m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- £35 - £55
- Website
- First ScotRail Service
- Standard
- £35 - £55
- enquiries@megabus.com
- Website
- uk.megabus.com
Bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Aberdeen Coach Station
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 10m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- £17 - £24
- Website
- https://uk.megabus.com
- Schedules at
- https://uk.megabus.com/timetables
#mediaviewer/File:Exeter_Bus_Station_-_Midland_Red_South_54057_(KX59DLJ).jpg)
#mediaviewer/File:Megabus_50245_SV12_DVW_interior_2.jpg)
#mediaviewer/File:Gloucester_..._the_megabus_leaves_for_some_exotic_destination._-_Flickr_-_BazzaDaRambler.jpg)
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Glasgow to Aberdeen Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 20m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- £17 - £25
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
- Book at
- https://shop.global.flixbus.com/
Frequently asked questions
Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom
Rome2rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.
Related travel guides
Travelling to the UK: What do I need to know?
From navigating the Tube to exploring by ferry, Rome2rio’s UK travel guides give you the lowdown on this tourist hotspot.
Read the travel guideWant to know more about Flixbus?
Rome2rio’s guide has all the details
Read the travel guide