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

The cheapest way to get from Midlothian to Aberdeen is to line 29 bus and bus via Terminus which costs £16 - £23 and takes 5h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Midlothian to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Midlothian and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Midlothian to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Arniston Engine and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Midlothian and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Midlothian to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Gorebridge and arriving at Aberdeen via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Midlothian to Aberdeen?

The distance between Midlothian and Aberdeen is 140 miles. The road distance is 132.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Midlothian to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £40 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Midlothian to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Midlothian to Aberdeen bus from?

Midlothian to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Arniston Engine station.

Where do I catch the Midlothian to Aberdeen train from?

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

Train or bus from Midlothian to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Midlothian to Aberdeen is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can line 29 bus and bus, which costs £18 - £30 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Midlothian to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Midlothian to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Midlothian to Aberdeen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Midlothian to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Midlothian to Aberdeen is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Midlothian to Aberdeen.

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

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Midlothian to Aberdeen - 4 ways to travel via train, line 29 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
3h 35m
£40–119
Line 29 bus, bus via Terminus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminus to Frederick Streetbus 29
2. Take the bus from George Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
5h 36m
£16–22
Line 29 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Arniston Engine to Princes Streetbus N3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
4h 35m
£18–29
Drive 131.4 mi
1. Drive from Midlothian to Aberdeencar 131.4 mi
2h 26m
£32–47

Midlothian to Aberdeen by train

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Distance: 139.3 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen every 2 hours. Tickets cost £55–110 and the journey takes 2h 29m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arniston Engine to Union Square Bus Station via Princes Street and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 4h 35m.

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