How to travel from Leeds to Aberdeen

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Compare train and bus for Leeds to Aberdeen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, while a train costs an average of $112.

Distance: 232 miles (374 km)

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$112

Average price

$40

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6h 19m

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5h 49m

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8h 40m

Average total duration

8h 10m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.4 - 0.9kg

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from Leeds to Aberdeen

How to get from Leeds to Aberdeen by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Leeds to Aberdeen is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    3:05 AM8h15
    Leeds
    11:20 AMAberdeen
    $171One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    3:05 AM8h15
    Leeds
    11:20 AMAberdeen
    $171One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    3:05 AM8h15
    Leeds
    11:20 AMAberdeen
    $171One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    2:05 AM8h15
    Leeds
    10:20 AMAberdeen
    $411One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    11:20 AM11h39
    Leeds
    10:59 PMAberdeen
    $671One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Leeds to Aberdeen

Travel to Aberdeen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leeds to Aberdeen.

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There are 2 options to travel between Leeds and Aberdeen including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Leeds to Aberdeen is a bus with an average price of $40.

This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Aberdeen:

A bus is $72 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Aberdeen costing on average $112.

The fastest way to travel from Leeds to Aberdeen is by train with an average journey time of 6h 19m.

Other travel options to Aberdeen take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 40m.

The distance from Leeds to Aberdeen is approximately 232 miles (374 km).
The average frequency per day from Leeds to Aberdeen is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leeds and Aberdeen as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Leeds to Aberdeen:
  • Buses mostly depart from Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) and arrive in Aberdeen, Guild Street.
  • Trains mostly depart from Leeds station (LDS) and arrive in Aberdeen station (ABD).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leeds to Aberdeen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Megabus, FlixBus to go to Aberdeen by bus.
  • Travel with CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Scotrail, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited to go to Aberdeen by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Leeds to Aberdeen with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct trains per day with Cross Country.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Leeds to Aberdeen often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Manchester, Inverness. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Aberdeen and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Aberdeen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Aberdeen, you can explore the Aberdeen Art Gallery with its impressive art collection, enjoy the scenic Aberdeen Beach Esplanade, and visit the serene Cruickshank Botanic Garden. Discover history at Provost Skene's House and catch a show at His Majesty's Theatre. Don't miss the Aberdeen Maritime Museum, St Machar's Cathedral, and the picturesque Footdee fishing village. Relax in Duthie Park or delve into military history at The Gordon Highlanders Museum.
To explore Aberdeen's main attractions, such as the Aberdeen Maritime Museum, Duthie Park, and the historic Aberdeen Art Gallery, a 2 to 3-day visit is typically sufficient.

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