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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £80 - £160 and takes 19h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Aberdeen is to train and fly which takes 7h 37m and costs £120 - £460.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via South Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Moreton (Dorset) and arriving at Aberdeen via Waterloo station, King's Cross and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 58m.

How far is it from Dorset to Aberdeen?

The distance between Dorset and Aberdeen is 660 miles. The road distance is 549.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Aberdeen without a car is to train via London which takes 10h 58m and costs £230 - £440.

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

It takes approximately 10h 58m to get from Dorset to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Aberdeen bus from?

Dorset to Aberdeen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Station.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Aberdeen train from?

Dorset to Aberdeen train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Moreton (Dorset) station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Dorset to Aberdeen is to train via London which takes 10h 58m and costs £230 - £440. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £80 - £160 and takes 19h 38m.

Where does the Dorset to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Dorset to Aberdeen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Dorset to Aberdeen train arrive?

Dorset to Aberdeen train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Aberdeen is 550 miles. It takes approximately 9h 42m to drive from Dorset to Aberdeen.

Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

There are 671+ hotels available in Aberdeen.

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Moreton (Dorset) to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain
10h 58m
£235–433
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Union Square Bus Stationbus Ukn11
19h 38m
£81–157
Drive 546.5 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Aberdeencar 546.5 mi
9h 42m
£133–192
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LHR - ABZ
7h 37m
£121–459
Train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Aberdeentrain Plymouth - Aberdeen / ...
14h 11m
£339–491
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Aberdeentrain
15h 43m
£221–368
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BRS - ABZ
7h 47m
£115–321
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Poole to Clapham Junctiontrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LGW - ABZ
7h 58m
£119–294
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BHX - ABZ
8h 42m
£164–356
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain
10h 25m
£126–294

Dorset to Aberdeen by bus

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Distance: 656.1 mi
Duration: 10h 58m

What companies run services between Dorset, England and Aberdeen, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to Aberdeen via Moreton (Dorset), London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 10h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Union Square Bus Station via South Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 19h 38m.

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