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

The cheapest way to get from Saltcoats to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saltcoats to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Saltcoats and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Saltcoats station to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Saltcoats Station and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Saltcoats and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Saltcoats to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Saltcoats and arriving at Aberdeen via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Saltcoats to Aberdeen?

The distance between Saltcoats and Aberdeen is 184 miles. The road distance is 168.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Saltcoats to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Saltcoats to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saltcoats to Aberdeen bus from?

Saltcoats to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Saltcoats Station.

Where do I catch the Saltcoats to Aberdeen train from?

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

Train or bus from Saltcoats to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Saltcoats to Aberdeen is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Dundee, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 4h 41m.

Where does the Saltcoats to Aberdeen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Saltcoats to Aberdeen train arrive?

Saltcoats to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Saltcoats to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Saltcoats to Aberdeen is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Saltcoats to Aberdeen.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Saltcoats to Glasgow Centraltrain Ardrossan Harbour - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
4h 26m
£67–119
Bus via Dundee
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saltcoats Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X36
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 41m
£32–66
Drive 167.8 mi
1. Drive from Saltcoats to Aberdeencar 167.8 mi
3h 12m
£43–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Saltcoats Station to Bath Streetbus X36 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091
4h 45m
£33–69

Saltcoats to Aberdeen by train and foot

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4h 26mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 182.4 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

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

You can take a train from Saltcoats to Aberdeen via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 4h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Saltcoats Station to Union Square Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station in around 4h 41m.

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