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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Arbroath is to bus which costs £8 - £11 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Arbroath is to train which takes 45 min and costs £15 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Arbroath?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aberdeen Torry and arriving at Arbroath Burnside Drive. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Arbroath?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Arbroath. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Arbroath?

The distance between Aberdeen and Arbroath is 53 miles. The road distance is 49.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Arbroath without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs £15 - £45.

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

The train from Aberdeen to Arbroath takes 45 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Arbroath bus from?

Aberdeen to Arbroath bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Aberdeen Torry station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Arbroath train from?

Aberdeen to Arbroath train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Arbroath?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Arbroath is to train which takes 45 min and costs £15 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £11 and takes 1h 32m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Arbroath bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Arbroath bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Arbroath Burnside Drive station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Arbroath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Arbroath?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Arbroath is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Aberdeen to Arbroath.

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

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Where can I stay near Arbroath?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Arbroathtrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
45 min
£15–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Torry to Arbroath Burnside Drivebus Ember
1h 32m
£8–11
Drive 49.3 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Arbroathcar 49.3 mi
1h 4m
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aberdeen to Arbroathtaxi 49.3 mi
1h 4m
£110–140

Aberdeen to Arbroath by train

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Distance: 53.2 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Aberdeen to Arbroath hourly. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 45 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Aberdeen Torry to Arbroath Burnside Drive hourly. Tickets cost £8–11 and the journey takes 1h 32m.

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