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Aberdeen Art Gallery
Aberdeen's main art museum with strong Scottish collections, decorative arts, and major temporary exhibitions in a restored building.
Cheapest price
€64
Average price
€64
Fastest journey
16 h 55 m
Average duration
16 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
587 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Gloucester to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Aberdeen will cost around €64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €64.
Of the 1 buses that leave Gloucester for Aberdeen on Tue, Aug 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 587 km distance in an average of 16 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 55 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 16 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €64. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €64, and a flight costs an average of €261.
Distance: 364 miles (587 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€65 Average price Cheapest | €171 Average price | €271 Average price | €135 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 5m Average total duration 16h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration 8h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gloucester to Aberdeen:
A bus is €106 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gloucester to Aberdeen costing on average €171.
A bus is €206 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gloucester to Aberdeen costing on average €271.
Other travel options to Aberdeen take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 5m.
Bus takes on average 16h 35m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 40h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €64 |
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Aberdeen buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:40 PM Gloucester | 40h40 | 11:20 AM Aberdeen | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Gloucester to Aberdeen run on average 2 times per day, taking around 16h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €64 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 05:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 364 miles (587 km) distance in 16h 25m.
Distance 364 miles (587 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €64 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 16h 25m |
First bus 5:15 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Aberdeen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Aberdeen trip today.
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Historic old town around the university, known for cobbled lanes, medieval buildings, and a calm atmosphere away from the centre.
Long sandy beach and promenade popular for walks, sea views, and easy access to leisure areas north of the harbour.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester to Aberdeen by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Aberdeen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Gloucester to Aberdeen buses use the Gloucester, Transport Hub to Aberdeen, Guild Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Gloucester and Aberdeen bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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