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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Forth is to bus which costs £18 - £27 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Forth is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Forth?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Forth. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at Kirk Green via Malmaison, Edinburgh Airport and Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Forth?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Forth. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Lanark via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Forth?

The distance between Aberdeen and Forth is 191 miles. The road distance is 133.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Forth without a car is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Aberdeen to Forth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Forth bus from?

Aberdeen to Forth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Forth train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Forth?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Forth is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Dundee, which costs and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Forth bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Forth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Overgate station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Forth train arrive?

Aberdeen to Forth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Forth?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Forth is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Aberdeen to Forth.

Where can I stay near Forth?

There are 508+ hotels available in Forth.

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There are 5 ways to get from Aberdeen to Forth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lanarktrain Glasgow Central - Lanark
4h 54m
£82–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Edinburgh Airportbus Ember
5h 21m
£19–27
Bus via Dundee
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091 / ...
2. Take the bus from Malmaison to Terminalbus Fly
5h 7m
Drive 132.7 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Forthcar 132.7 mi
2h 27m
£33–47
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterloo Place to Bus Terminalbus X27 / ...
5h 5m
£39–106

Aberdeen to Forth by train, bus, and foot

106Weekly Services

4h 54mAverage Duration

£82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 190.3 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Forth, South Lanarkshire, Scotland?

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Kirk Green via Glasgow Queen Street, Cathedral Street, Buchanan Street, Glasgow Central, Lanark, and High Street in around 4h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Kirk Green via Overgate, Malmaison, Edinburgh Airport, and Bus Terminal in around 5h 7m.

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