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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Aberdeen is to train and bus which costs £65 - £140 and takes 14h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Aberdeen is to train and fly which takes 4h 32m and costs £95 - £370.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Aberdeen via Paddington, King's Cross and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 34m.

How far is it from Reading to Aberdeen?

The distance between Reading and Aberdeen is 462 miles. The road distance is 500.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Aberdeen without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 8h 34m and costs £150 - £330.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Reading to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Aberdeen bus from?

Reading to Aberdeen bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Aberdeen train from?

Reading to Aberdeen train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Reading to Aberdeen is to train via Edinburgh which takes 8h 34m and costs £150 - £330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £75 - £130 and takes 16h 34m.

Where does the Reading to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Reading to Aberdeen bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Aberdeen train arrive?

Reading to Aberdeen train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Aberdeen is 501 miles. It takes approximately 8h 45m to drive from Reading to Aberdeen.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

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Reading to Aberdeen - 12 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 12 ways to get from Reading to Aberdeen by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LHR - ABZ
4h 32m
£96–361
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Aberdeen Bus Stationbus Ukn11
14h 56m
£67–136
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain
8h 34m
£158–328
Drive 497.8 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Aberdeencar 497.8 mi
8h 45m
£121–175
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LGW - ABZ
5h 14m
£68–180
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BHX - ABZ
4h 57m
£126–262
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LTN - ABZ
5h 11m
£88–246
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BRS - ABZ
5h 22m
£126–295
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LHR - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Aberdeentrain
6h 30m
£112–417
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain
6h 47m
£131–404
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberdeentrain Plymouth - Aberdeen / ...
10h 14m
£290–411
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Union Square Bus Stationbus Ukn11
16h 34m
£79–125

Reading to Aberdeen by train and subway

118Weekly Services

8h 34mAverage Duration

£158Cheapest Price

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Distance: 459.4 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Aberdeen, Scotland?

You can take a train from Reading to Aberdeen via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 8h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Union Square Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 16h 34m.

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