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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 10h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Aberdeen is to train and fly which takes 4h 11m and costs £90 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Sheffield to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Castle Street/CG22 and arriving at Aberdeen Bus Station via Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Aberdeen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sheffield and arriving at Aberdeen. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Aberdeen?

The distance between Sheffield and Aberdeen is 395 miles. The road distance is 349.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 6h 19m and costs £210 - £300.

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

The train from Sheffield to Aberdeen takes 6h 19m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Aberdeen bus from?

Sheffield to Aberdeen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Aberdeen train from?

Sheffield to Aberdeen train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Sheffield to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Aberdeen is to train which takes 6h 19m and costs £210 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 10h 16m.

Where does the Sheffield to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Sheffield to Aberdeen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Aberdeen Bus Station.

Where does the Sheffield to Aberdeen train arrive?

Sheffield to Aberdeen train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Aberdeen is 349 miles. It takes approximately 6h 29m to drive from Sheffield to Aberdeen.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

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Sheffield to Aberdeen - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Sheffield to Aberdeen by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Aberdeentrain Plymouth - Aberdeen / ...
6h 19m
£210–300
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Aberdeen Bus Stationbus Ukn11
10h 16m
£43–74
Drive 347.1 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Aberdeencar 347.1 mi
6h 29m
£85–123
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane MAN - ABZ
4h 11m
£93–257
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Union Square Bus Stationbus Ukn11
10h 16m
£43–74
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BHX - ABZ
4h 22m
£118–262

Sheffield to Aberdeen by train

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6h 19mAverage Duration

£210Cheapest Price

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Distance: 392.9 mi
Duration: 6h 19m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Aberdeen twice daily. Tickets cost £210–300 and the journey takes 6h 19m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Aberdeen Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 9h.

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