- Must visit
Aberdeen Art Gallery
Aberdeen's main art museum with strong Scottish collections, decorative arts, and major temporary exhibitions in a restored building.
Cheapest price on Sep 01
zł43
Average ticket price on Sep 01
zł50
Fastest journey on Sep 01
2 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 01
2 h 43 m
Buses on Sep 01
4
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stirling to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stirling to Aberdeen will cost around zł50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł43.
On Tue, Sep 01, we found 4 buses from Stirling to Aberdeen, including 4 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 01 the direct buses cover the 160 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Tue, Sep 01 the slowest buses will take 2 h 45 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 Stirling to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł60 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł60, while a flight costs an average of zł2200.
Distance: 99 miles (160 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
zł60 Average price Cheapest | zł181 Average price | zł2200 Average price | zł160 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 8m Average total duration 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Stirling to Aberdeen:
A bus is zł122 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stirling to Aberdeen costing on average zł181.
A bus is zł2141 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stirling to Aberdeen costing on average zł2200.
Other travel options to Aberdeen take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 38m.
Flight takes on average 3h 1m.
Tickets start at around zł60 compared to roughly zł160 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł100. The journey takes 2h 38m versus 2h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Megabus, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price zł53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price zł48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price zł52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price zł53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price zł43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price zł53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price zł46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price zł60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price zł39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price zł46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 2h39 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price zł39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł61 |
The table below shows live departures for Stirling to Aberdeen buses for today, Monday, August 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:10 PM Stirling | 2h40 | 11:50 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 1 | |||||
![]() | 12:55 PM Stirling | 2h40 | 3:35 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:55 PM Stirling | 2h45 | 5:40 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:55 PM Stirling | 2h45 | 6:40 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:55 PM Stirling | 2h40 | 8:35 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Stirling to Aberdeen run on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at zł39 if you book in advance.
There are 15 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 99 miles (160 km) distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 99 miles (160 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price zł39 |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 2h 34m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:50 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.
Aberdeen's main art museum with strong Scottish collections, decorative arts, and major temporary exhibitions in a restored building.
Interactive maritime museum on the harbour, covering shipbuilding, fishing, and the offshore industry with excellent harbour views.
Award-winning museum of North Sea oil and gas, with interactive displays on offshore platforms, energy history, and future technology.
Aberdeen's grand main street, lined with granite architecture, shops, theatres, and key civic landmarks through the city centre.
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.
A rich local soup of smoked haddock, potatoes, onion and cream. It is closely tied to Aberdeen’s fishing heritage and is a classic North-East comfort dish.
Traditional Scottish porridge made with oats, often served with salt or cream. Oats are central to regional food culture and a longstanding breakfast staple.
A soft buttered rowie, also called an Aberdeen roll. Its flaky, salty texture makes it a distinctive local bakery specialty from the North-East.
Popular casual seafood spot by the harbour, valued for fresh fish, simple preparation and relaxed waterside atmosphere.
Refined fine dining in a historic setting, known for polished Scottish tasting menus and high-end local produce.
Stylish modern Scottish restaurant with a strong local reputation for seasonal dishes, seafood and carefully sourced produce.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels can be pricey in peak periods, but dining and local transit are usually manageable for most tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis; cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Aberdeen Guild Street -> Union Square, Aberdeen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stirling 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 Stirling to Aberdeen buses use the Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) to Aberdeen, Guild Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Stirling and Aberdeen bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Stirling, Gooscroft Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Stirling, Gooscroft Bus Station. ATMs are available at Stirling, Gooscroft Bus Station.
Ticket office support is available at Stirling, Gooscroft Bus Station.
Available at Stirling, Gooscroft Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stirling, Gooscroft Bus Station: Station is accessible for wheelchairs.
Aberdeen, Guild Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafe and small eateries on site.
Wi-Fi is available at Aberdeen, Guild Street. ATMs are available at Aberdeen, Guild Street.
Ticket office support is available at Aberdeen, Guild Street.
Available at Aberdeen, Guild Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aberdeen, Guild Street: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
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