What is the cheapest way to get from Loch Ness to Aberdeen?

The cheapest way to get from Loch Ness to Aberdeen is to bus via Inverness which costs £19 - £35 and takes 5h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Loch Ness to Aberdeen?

The fastest way to get from Loch Ness to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Loch Ness and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Loch Ness to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Fort Augustus and arriving at Aberdeen Union Street via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Loch Ness and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Loch Ness to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Aberdeen via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Loch Ness to Aberdeen?

The distance between Loch Ness and Aberdeen is 127 miles. The road distance is 130.6 miles.

How do I travel from Loch Ness to Aberdeen without a car?

The best way to get from Loch Ness to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £30 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Loch Ness to Aberdeen?

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Loch Ness to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Loch Ness to Aberdeen bus from?

Loch Ness to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Fort Augustus station.

Where do I catch the Loch Ness to Aberdeen train from?

Loch Ness to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.

Train or bus from Loch Ness to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Loch Ness to Aberdeen is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £30 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £27 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Loch Ness to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Loch Ness to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Where does the Loch Ness to Aberdeen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Loch Ness to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Loch Ness to Aberdeen is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Loch Ness to Aberdeen.

Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

There are 671+ hotels available in Aberdeen.

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There are 5 ways to get from Loch Ness to Aberdeen by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
4h 5m
£34–98
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fort Augustus to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
4h 58m
£19–26
Drive 129.8 mi
1. Drive from Fort Augustus to Aberdeencar 129.8 mi
2h 44m
£32–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Fort Augustus to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
4h 19m
£37–99
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Tourist Information to Torvean Park & Ridebus 919
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
5h 12m
£19–30

Loch Ness to Aberdeen by bus and train

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Distance: 125.9 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Loch Ness, Scotland and Aberdeen, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Aberdeen every 3 hours. Tickets cost £45–90 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route once a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fort Augustus to Aberdeen Union Street via Inverness Union Street in around 4h 58m.

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