What is the cheapest way to get from East Kilbride to Aberdeen?

The cheapest way to get from East Kilbride to Aberdeen is to line 201 bus and bus which costs £26 - £60 and takes 5h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Kilbride to Aberdeen?

The fastest way to get from East Kilbride to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between East Kilbride and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from East Kilbride to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from St Brides Church and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Caledonia Aenue and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

Is there a direct train between East Kilbride and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from East Kilbride to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from East Kilbride and arriving at Aberdeen via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from East Kilbride to Aberdeen?

The distance between East Kilbride and Aberdeen is 165 miles. The road distance is 145.2 miles.

How do I travel from East Kilbride to Aberdeen without a car?

The best way to get from East Kilbride to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from East Kilbride to Aberdeen?

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from East Kilbride to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Kilbride to Aberdeen bus from?

East Kilbride to Aberdeen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the East Kilbride to Aberdeen train from?

East Kilbride to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from East Kilbride to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from East Kilbride to Aberdeen is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the East Kilbride to Aberdeen bus arrive?

East Kilbride to Aberdeen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Where does the East Kilbride to Aberdeen train arrive?

East Kilbride to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from East Kilbride to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between East Kilbride to Aberdeen is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from East Kilbride to Aberdeen.

How do I get a train ticket from East Kilbride to Aberdeen?

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Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
4h 13m
£59–107
Line 201 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Brides Church to Monklands General Hospitalbus 201
2. Take the bus from Town Centre stances to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
3. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
5h 28m
£26–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091
4h 23m
£27–63
Drive 144.3 mi
1. Drive from East Kilbride to Aberdeencar 144.3 mi
2h 37m
£37–53

East Kilbride to Aberdeen by train and foot

106Weekly Services

4h 13mAverage Duration

£59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.6 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between East Kilbride, Scotland and Aberdeen, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen hourly. Tickets cost £55–100 and the journey takes 2h 43m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £17–27 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.

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