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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £7 - £30 and takes 3h 15m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Aberdeen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Station station and arriving at Union Square Bus Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Aberdeen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Aberdeen. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Scotland to Aberdeen?

The distance between Scotland and Aberdeen is 153 miles. The road distance is 140 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £26 - £85.

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

The train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen takes 2h 43m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Aberdeen bus from?

Scotland to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Aberdeen train from?

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

Train or bus from Scotland to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Scotland to Aberdeen is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £26 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £30 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Scotland to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Scotland to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Where does the Scotland to Aberdeen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scotland to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Aberdeen is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Scotland to Aberdeen.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

There are 659+ hotels available in Aberdeen.

Scotland to Aberdeen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
2h 43m
£26–85
Bus via Dundee
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Dundee stationbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
4h 8m
£2–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M9
3h 15m
£7–30
Drive 139.2 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Aberdeencar 139.2 mi
2h 30m
£34–48

Scotland to Aberdeen by train

106Weekly Trains

2h 43mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 152.2 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

What companies run services between Scotland and Aberdeen, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen hourly. Tickets cost £26–85 and the journey takes 2h 43m. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £21–30 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.

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