What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeen?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £16 - £23 and takes 4h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeen?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Gateway and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Maybury Road and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Terminal and Overgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Gateway and Aberdeen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Gateway and arriving at Aberdeen. Services depart twice a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeen?

The distance between Edinburgh Gateway and Aberdeen is 123 miles. The road distance is 117.3 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeen without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £55 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeen?

The train from Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeen takes 2h 36m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeen bus from?

Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Haymarket station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeen train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeen is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £55 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus via Dundee, which costs and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Aberdeen Union Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeen train arrive?

Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeen is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeen.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeen?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
2h 36m
£55–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Haymarket to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
4h 34m
£16–22
Bus via Dundee
1. Take the bus from Terminal to Malmaisonbus Fly
2. Take the bus from Overgate to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091 / ...
3h 15m
Drive 116.7 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeencar 116.7 mi
2h 9m
£29–42
Train via Dundee
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Gateway to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
2. Take the train from Dundee to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
2h 51m
£45–103
Train via Haymarket
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
3h 22m
£42–112

Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeen by train

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Distance: 122.6 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Gateway, Scotland and Aberdeen, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Gateway to Aberdeen twice a week. Tickets cost £55–100 and the journey takes 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Edinburgh Gateway to Union Square Bus Station via Maybury Road, Terminal, Malmaison, and Overgate in around 3h 15m.

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