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Aberdeen to Mainland

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Aberdeen, Great Britain → Mainland, Great Britain

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Four ways to Travel from Aberdeen to Mainland

Composite routes from Aberdeen to Mainland

Cheapest
Other

Transport providers

Bus operators

Megabus UK

Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Aberdeen Coach Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 23m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Stagecoach North Scotland

Phone:
01224591381
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry
Ave. Duration:
3h 39m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$43.04–$55.69

Airlines

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Aberdeen International Airport to Kirkwall
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$177.21–$379.73

Train operators

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Aberdeen to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$41.77–$94.93
Train from Inverness to Wick
Ave. Duration:
4h 22m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$139.24

Other operators

NorthLink Ferries

Phone:
+44 845 600 0449
Website:
northlinkferries.co.uk/
Other from Aberdeen to Kirkwall
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.38–$53.16
Other from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Stromness
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Mainland is to ferry which costs $26.09 - $45.65 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Mainland is to fly which takes 2h 34m and costs $103.26 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct ferry between Aberdeen and Mainland?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Kirkwall Orkney Hatston Ferry Terminal. Services depart once daily, and operate Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Mainland?

The distance between Aberdeen and Mainland is 212 km.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Mainland without a car is to ferry which takes 6h and costs $26.09 - $45.65 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Aberdeen to Mainland, including transfers.

Train, bus or fly from Aberdeen to Mainland?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Mainland is to fly which takes 2h 34m and costs $103.26 - $336.96 . There are no good options to train or bus between Aberdeen to Mainland.

Where can I stay near Mainland?

There are 133+ hotels available in Mainland. Prices start at $84.29 per night.
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