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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcudbright to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £40 - £60 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkcudbright to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkcudbright and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkcudbright to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Harbour Square Shelter and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Pub, Stance 2 and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkcudbright and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkcudbright to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Aberdeen via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

How far is it from Kirkcudbright to Aberdeen?

The distance between Kirkcudbright and Aberdeen is 292 miles. The road distance is 216.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkcudbright to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 7h 48m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 48m to get from Kirkcudbright to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkcudbright to Aberdeen bus from?

Kirkcudbright to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Stance 2 station.

Where do I catch the Kirkcudbright to Aberdeen train from?

Kirkcudbright to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.

Train or bus from Kirkcudbright to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Kirkcudbright to Aberdeen is to train which takes 7h 48m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Kirkcudbright to Aberdeen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kirkcudbright to Aberdeen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kirkcudbright to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkcudbright to Aberdeen is 216 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Kirkcudbright to Aberdeen.

Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

There are 672+ hotels available in Aberdeen.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Aberdeentrain London Kings Cross - Aberdeen
7h 48m
£80–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stance 2 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091
8h 30m
£40–59
Drive 214.9 mi
1. Drive from Kirkcudbright to Aberdeencar 214.9 mi
4h 3m
£53–76
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Stance 4 to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
10h 18m

Kirkcudbright to Aberdeen by bus and train

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Distance: 290.1 mi
Duration: 7h 48m

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

You can take a bus from Harbour Square Shelter to Aberdeen via Swimming Pool, Dumfries station, Dumfries, and Carlisle in around 7h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harbour Square Shelter to Union Square Bus Station via Pub, Loreburne Centre Stance 1, Stance 2, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 8h 30m.

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