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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Lanark is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Lanark is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Lanark?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Lanark. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at Hunters Close via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Lanark?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Lanark. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Lanark via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Lanark?

The distance between Aberdeen and Lanark is 183 miles. The road distance is 141.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Lanark without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Aberdeen to Lanark, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Lanark bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Lanark train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Lanark?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Lanark is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Lanark bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberdeen to Lanark train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Lanark?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Lanark is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Aberdeen to Lanark.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Lanark?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Aberdeen to Lanark 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 8m
£82–150
Drive 140.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Lanarkcar 140.9 mi
2h 38m
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk091
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hunters Closebus 240X
5h 3m
Bus via Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Edinburgh Airportbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Terminal to Bus Stationbus 34B / ...
5h 39m

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Distance: 181.9 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

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

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Lanark via Glasgow Queen Street, Cathedral Street, Buchanan Street, and Glasgow Central in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Hunters Close via Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 3m.

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