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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £45 - £90 and takes 5h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Lockerbie and arriving at Aberdeen via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Aberdeen?

The distance between Dumfries and Aberdeen is 231 miles. The road distance is 191.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Aberdeen without a car is to bus which takes 5h 27m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Dumfries to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Aberdeen bus from?

Dumfries to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Court station.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Aberdeen train from?

Dumfries to Aberdeen train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Lockerbie station.

Train or bus from Dumfries to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Aberdeen is to bus which takes 5h 27m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £130 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Dumfries to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Dumfries to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Dumfries to Aberdeen train arrive?

Dumfries to Aberdeen train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Aberdeen is 192 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Dumfries to Aberdeen.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

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Dumfries to Aberdeen - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Dumfries to Aberdeen by bus, train, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Court to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091
5h 27m
£45–85
Train
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
5h 39m
£62–124
Drive 190.7 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Aberdeencar 190.7 mi
3h 36m
£48–69
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain
5h 49m
£82–161
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Court to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
6h 1m
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Court to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
7h 30m

Dumfries to Aberdeen by bus

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Distance: 229.3 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Court to Union Square Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from School to Aberdeen via Crown Inn, Lockerbie, and Haymarket in around 5h 39m.

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