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

The cheapest way to get from Musselburgh to Aberdeen is to bus via Waterloo Place which costs £15 - £26 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Musselburgh to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Musselburgh and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Musselburgh to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Musselburgh and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Musselburgh to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Musselburgh and arriving at Aberdeen via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Musselburgh to Aberdeen?

The distance between Musselburgh and Aberdeen is 134 miles. The road distance is 126.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Musselburgh to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Musselburgh to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Musselburgh to Aberdeen bus from?

Musselburgh to Aberdeen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Musselburgh to Aberdeen train from?

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

Train or bus from Musselburgh to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Musselburgh to Aberdeen is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Waterloo Place, which costs £15 - £26 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Musselburgh to Aberdeen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Musselburgh to Aberdeen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Musselburgh to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Musselburgh to Aberdeen is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Musselburgh to Aberdeen.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Musselburgh 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 15m
£42–104
Bus via Waterloo Place
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
4h 30m
£16–25
Drive 125.8 mi
1. Drive from Musselburgh to Aberdeencar 125.8 mi
2h 33m
£31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
5h 8m
£16–22

Musselburgh to Aberdeen by train

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Distance: 133 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen every 2 hours. Tickets cost £50–100 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Union Square Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £14–23 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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