What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to West Lothian?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to West Lothian is to bus via Edinburgh Airport which costs £14 - £23 and takes 4h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to West Lothian?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to West Lothian is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and West Lothian?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to West Lothian. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at Deer Park via Ingliston Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and West Lothian?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to West Lothian. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Uphall via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to West Lothian?

The distance between Aberdeen and West Lothian is 139 miles. The road distance is 119.4 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to West Lothian without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to West Lothian without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £45 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to West Lothian?

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Aberdeen to West Lothian, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to West Lothian bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to West Lothian train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdeen to West Lothian?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to West Lothian is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £25 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Aberdeen to West Lothian bus arrive?

Aberdeen to West Lothian bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Ingliston Park & Ride station.

Where does the Aberdeen to West Lothian train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberdeen to West Lothian?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to West Lothian is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Aberdeen to West Lothian.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdeen to West Lothian?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Aberdeen to West Lothian?

Book your Aberdeen to West Lothian bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near West Lothian?

There are 2807+ hotels available in West Lothian.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2h 43m
£47–89
Bus via Edinburgh Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Edinburgh Airportbus Ember
4h 5m
£14–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Ingliston Park & Ridebus Uk092
3h 30m
£17–25
Drive 118.7 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to West Lothiancar 118.7 mi
2h 11m
£30–43

Aberdeen to West Lothian by train

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Distance: 138.2 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and West Lothian, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Aberdeen to Haymarket every 3 hours. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Ingliston Park & Ride every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £15–23 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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