What is the cheapest way to get from Kings Cross to Aberdeen?

The cheapest way to get from Kings Cross to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £60 - £130 and takes 14h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kings Cross to Aberdeen?

The fastest way to get from Kings Cross to Aberdeen is to train and fly which takes 3h 41m and costs £75 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Kings Cross and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Kings Cross to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Finchley Road / O2 Centre and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Kings Cross and Aberdeen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from King's Cross and arriving at Aberdeen. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 6m.

How far is it from Kings Cross to Aberdeen?

The distance between Kings Cross and Aberdeen is 430 miles. The road distance is 493.4 miles.

How do I travel from Kings Cross to Aberdeen without a car?

The best way to get from Kings Cross to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 7h 6m and costs £160 - £260.

How long does it take to get from Kings Cross to Aberdeen?

It takes approximately 4h to get from Kings Cross to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kings Cross to Aberdeen bus from?

Kings Cross to Aberdeen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where do I catch the Kings Cross to Aberdeen train from?

Kings Cross to Aberdeen train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train, bus or fly from Kings Cross to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Kings Cross to Aberdeen is to fly which takes 4h and costs £80 - £420. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £160 - £260 and takes 7h 6m, you could also bus, which costs £60 - £130 and takes 14h 4m.

Where does the Kings Cross to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Kings Cross to Aberdeen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Where does the Kings Cross to Aberdeen train arrive?

Kings Cross to Aberdeen train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Kings Cross to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Kings Cross to Aberdeen is 493 miles. It takes approximately 9h 6m to drive from Kings Cross to Aberdeen.

How do I get a train ticket from Kings Cross to Aberdeen?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Kings Cross to Aberdeen?

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Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

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There are 9 ways to get from Kings Cross to Aberdeen by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from London Heathrow Airport
best
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LHR - ABZ
4h
£84–415
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Union Square Bus Stationbus Ukn11
14h 4m
£63–122
Train
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Aberdeentrain London Kings Cross - Aberdeen
7h 6m
£160–260
Drive 490.6 mi
1. Drive from Kings Cross to Aberdeencar 490.6 mi
9h 6m
£119–171
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LGW - ABZ
3h 57m
£69–196
Train to Luton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LTN - ABZ
3h 41m
£79–261
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BHX - ABZ
4h 9m
£102–284
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
7h 12m
£175–295
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Aberdeentrain Plymouth - Aberdeen / ...
9h 31m
£295–423

Kings Cross to Aberdeen by train

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Distance: 427.1 mi
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Kings Cross, Greater London, England and Aberdeen, Scotland?

British Airways, Loganair, and two other airlines fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) every 3 hours. Alternatively, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Aberdeen 4 times a day. Tickets cost £170–250 and the journey takes 7h 6m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route once a week.

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