What is the cheapest way to get from West Lothian to Aberdeen?

The cheapest way to get from West Lothian to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £19 - £30 and takes 4h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Lothian to Aberdeen?

The fastest way to get from West Lothian to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between West Lothian and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from West Lothian to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Uphall Alexander Street and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Terminal and Overgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between West Lothian and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from West Lothian to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Uphall and arriving at Aberdeen via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from West Lothian to Aberdeen?

The distance between West Lothian and Aberdeen is 123 miles. The road distance is 118.9 miles.

How do I travel from West Lothian to Aberdeen without a car?

The best way to get from West Lothian to Aberdeen without a car is to bus via Dundee which takes 3h 18m and costs .

How long does it take to get from West Lothian to Aberdeen?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from West Lothian to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Lothian to Aberdeen bus from?

West Lothian to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Haymarket station.

Where do I catch the West Lothian to Aberdeen train from?

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

Train or bus from West Lothian to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from West Lothian to Aberdeen is to bus via Dundee which takes 3h 18m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the West Lothian to Aberdeen bus arrive?

West Lothian to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Aberdeen Union Street station.

Where does the West Lothian to Aberdeen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from West Lothian to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between West Lothian to Aberdeen is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from West Lothian to Aberdeen.

How do I get a train ticket from West Lothian to Aberdeen?

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

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Bus via Dundee
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal to Malmaisonbus Fly
2. Take the bus from Overgate to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091 / ...
3h 18m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Haymarket to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
4h 31m
£19–29
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
3h 27m
£41–120
Drive 118.3 mi
1. Drive from West Lothian to Aberdeencar 118.3 mi
2h 12m
£29–42

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Distance: 122.5 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between West Lothian, Scotland and Aberdeen, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Uphall Alexander Street to Union Square Bus Station via Terminal, Malmaison, and Overgate in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, 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.

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