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 36m.

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 28m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Forth?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen to Forth. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen Union Street and arriving at Kirk Green via Edinburgh Airport and Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

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 5h 18m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Forth?

The distance between Aberdeen and Forth is 166 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 and bus which takes 5h 15m and costs £30 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m 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 Ember, depart from Aberdeen Union Street 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 bus which takes 5h 36m and costs £18 - £27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £120 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Forth bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Forth bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Edinburgh Airport 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 28m to drive from Aberdeen to Forth.

Where can I stay near Forth?

There are 502+ 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterloo Place to Bus Terminalbus X27 / ...
5h 15m
£31–84
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Edinburgh Airportbus Ember
5h 36m
£18–26
Drive 132.7 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Forthcar 132.7 mi
2h 28m
£33–48
Train
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
5h 18m
£71–114
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 36m

Aberdeen to Forth by train and bus

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5h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 165.1 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

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

Ember operates a bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Edinburgh Airport hourly. Tickets cost £13–19 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aberdeen to Kirk Green via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Lanark, and High Street in around 5h 18m.

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