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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £17 - £29 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Aberdeen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Station station and arriving at Union Square Bus Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Aberdeen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Aberdeen. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Aberdeen?

The distance between Glasgow and Aberdeen is 153 miles. The road distance is 139.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £65 - £130.

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

The train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen takes 2h 50m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Aberdeen bus from?

Glasgow to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Aberdeen train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Aberdeen is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Dundee, which costs £27 - £55 and takes 3h 17m, you could also fly, which costs £80 - £260 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Glasgow to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Glasgow to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Seagate Bus Station.

Where does the Glasgow to Aberdeen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Aberdeen is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Glasgow to Aberdeen.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Glasgow to Aberdeen?

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Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
2h 50m
£65–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091
3h 20m
£17–29
Bus via Dundee
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
3h 17m
£27–51
Drive 139.1 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Aberdeencar 139.1 mi
2h 31m
£34–49
Fly
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane GLA - ABZ
4h 46m
£82–252

Glasgow to Aberdeen by train

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Distance: 152.2 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen hourly. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Station via Seagate Bus Station in around 3h 17m.

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