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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Shotts is to bus and train which costs £22 - £35 and takes 4h 42m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Shotts?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at King Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Kirk Road Service Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Shotts?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Shotts via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Shotts?

The distance between Aberdeen and Shotts is 153 miles. The road distance is 132.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Shotts without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Aberdeen to Shotts, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Shotts bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Shotts train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Shotts?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Shotts is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Shotts bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberdeen to Shotts train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Shotts?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Shotts is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Aberdeen to Shotts.

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

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Where can I stay near Shotts?

There are 689+ hotels available in Shotts.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Shottstrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
3h 26m
£52–98
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Haymarketbus Ember
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Shottstrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
4h 42m
£23–35
Drive 132.2 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Shottscar 132.2 mi
2h 30m
£33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk091
5h 21m
£30–43

Aberdeen to Shotts by train

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Distance: 151.9 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Shotts via Haymarket in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £17–26 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Park's of Hamilton also services this route every 4 hours.

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