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

The cheapest way to get from Midlothian to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £9 - £35 and takes 4h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Midlothian to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Midlothian and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Midlothian to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Shank Bridge and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Midlothian and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Midlothian to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Gorebridge and arriving at Aberdeen via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Midlothian to Aberdeen?

The distance between Midlothian and Aberdeen is 140 miles. The road distance is 132.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Midlothian to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £10 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Midlothian to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Midlothian to Aberdeen bus from?

Midlothian to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Shank Bridge station.

Where do I catch the Midlothian to Aberdeen train from?

Midlothian to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Midlothian to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Midlothian to Aberdeen is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £10 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £35 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Midlothian to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Midlothian to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Midlothian to Aberdeen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Midlothian to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Midlothian to Aberdeen is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Midlothian to Aberdeen.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

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Midlothian to Aberdeen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 29 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Midlothian to Aberdeen by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to AberdeenEdinburgh - Aberdeen
3h 29m
£10–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shank Bridge to Edinburgh, Bus StationX95
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Union Square Bus StationM92
4h 1m
£10–32
Drive 131.4 mi
1. Drive from Midlothian to Aberdeen131.4 mi
2h 25m
£33–48
Line 29 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Terminus to Frederick Street29
2. Take the bus from George Street to AdelphiE1
5h 7m

Midlothian to Aberdeen by train

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Distance: 139.3 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen every 2 hours. Tickets cost £24–55 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shank Bridge to Union Square Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 4h 1m.

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