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

The cheapest way to get from Paisley to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £18 - £30 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paisley to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Paisley and Aberdeen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Building and arriving at Union Square Bus Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Paisley and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Paisley to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Paisley Gilmour Street and arriving at Aberdeen via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Paisley to Aberdeen?

The distance between Paisley and Aberdeen is 161 miles. The road distance is 148.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paisley to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Paisley to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paisley to Aberdeen bus from?

Paisley to Aberdeen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Terminal Building station.

Where do I catch the Paisley to Aberdeen train from?

Paisley to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Paisley to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Paisley to Aberdeen is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £30 and takes 3h 55m, you could also fly, which costs £75 - £270 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Paisley to Aberdeen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paisley to Aberdeen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paisley to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Paisley to Aberdeen is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Paisley to Aberdeen.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Paisley to Aberdeen?

Book your Paisley to Aberdeen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
3h 53m
£69–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Building to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091
3h 55m
£18–30
Drive 147.6 mi
1. Drive from Paisley to Aberdeencar 147.6 mi
2h 46m
£36–52
Fly
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane GLA - ABZ
4h 46m
£79–262
Line 26 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Espedair Burn to Bath Streetbus 26
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
3. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
4h 53m
£32–57

Paisley to Aberdeen by train and bus

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Distance: 159.7 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen hourly. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Terminal Building to Union Square Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £18–30 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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