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What is the best way to travel from Manchester to Aberdeen?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Flights, Carpool, Trains and Buses to Aberdeen from Manchester. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
8h 55m
£22
£38
2
Train
6h 29m
£174
£174
2
Flight
1h 15m
£85
£139
30

What is the cheapest way to reach Aberdeen from Manchester?

You can reach Aberdeen with just £22 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Sunday
from £58
Monday
from £43
Tuesday
from £30
Wednesday
from £31
Thursday
from £22
Friday
from £42
Saturday
from £38

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    16:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    02:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £58
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Loganair
    1h 35m
    0
    16:35
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    18:10
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £130
  • Ryanair
    16h 50m
    0
    19:55
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    12:45
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £158
  • British Airways
    4h 35m
    0
    07:55
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    12:30
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £159

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    02:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    11:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £43
  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    16:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    02:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £53
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Aer Lingus
    15h 50m
    0
    20:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    12:25
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £130
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 5m
    0
    11:10
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    16:15
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £144
  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 45m
    0
    07:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    16:15
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £146
  • Cheapest Trains Monday

  • TransPennine Express
    6h 29m
    0
    12:24
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    18:53
    Aberdeen
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £174
  • TransPennine Express
    6h 36m
    0
    12:24
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    19:00
    Aberdeen
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £174

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    16:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    02:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    02:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    11:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    12:20
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    13:35
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £130
  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    19:55
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    21:10
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £130
  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    08:30
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    09:45
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £144

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    16:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    02:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    02:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    11:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £34
  • Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Loganair
    1h 25m
    0
    12:10
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    13:35
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £130
  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    19:55
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    21:10
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £130
  • Loganair
    1h 25m
    0
    16:15
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    17:40
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £144

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    16:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    02:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    02:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    11:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    08:30
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    09:45
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £116
  • Loganair
    1h 25m
    0
    16:10
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    17:35
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £116
  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    12:20
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    13:35
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £127

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    02:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    11:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42
  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    16:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    02:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £43
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Loganair
    1h 25m
    0
    16:10
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    17:35
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £98
  • Loganair
    1h 35m
    0
    12:45
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    14:20
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £118
  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    19:55
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    21:10
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £118

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    16:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    03:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38
  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    02:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    11:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £41
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Ryanair
    19h 10m
    0
    12:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    08:50
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £85
  • Loganair
    1h 25m
    0
    12:35
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    14:00
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £98
  • R Airlines
    11h 30m
    0
    18:20
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    06:50
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £99

What are the fastest trips from Manchester to Aberdeen?

You can get to Aberdeen from Manchester in just 1h 15m with a Flight from Loganair. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Sunday
from 1h 35m
Monday
from 1h 15m
Tuesday
from 1h 15m
Wednesday
from 1h 15m
Thursday
from 1h 15m
Friday
from 1h 15m
Saturday
from 1h 25m

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Loganair
    1h 35m
    0
    16:35
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    18:10
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £130
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 50m
    0
    09:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    13:20
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £279
  • Aer Lingus
    4h 20m
    0
    08:05
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    12:25
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £281
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    16:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    02:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £58

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    19:55
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    21:10
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £167
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 5m
    0
    11:10
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    16:15
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £144
  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 45m
    0
    07:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    16:15
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £146
  • Fastest Trains Monday

  • TransPennine Express
    6h 29m
    0
    12:24
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    18:53
    Aberdeen
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £174
  • TransPennine Express
    6h 36m
    0
    12:24
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    19:00
    Aberdeen
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £174
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    02:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    11:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £43
  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    16:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    02:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £53

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    12:20
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    13:35
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £130
  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    19:55
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    21:10
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £130
  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    08:30
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    09:45
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £144
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    02:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    11:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    16:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    02:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    19:55
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    21:10
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £130
  • Loganair
    1h 25m
    0
    12:10
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    13:35
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £130
  • Loganair
    1h 25m
    0
    16:15
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    17:40
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £144
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    02:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    11:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £34
  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    16:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    02:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    08:30
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    09:45
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £116
  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    12:20
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    13:35
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £127
  • Loganair
    1h 25m
    0
    16:10
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    17:35
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £116
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    02:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    11:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    16:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    02:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    19:55
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    21:10
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £118
  • Loganair
    1h 25m
    0
    16:10
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    17:35
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £98
  • Loganair
    1h 35m
    0
    12:45
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    14:20
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £118
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    02:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    11:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42
  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    16:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    02:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £43

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Loganair
    1h 25m
    0
    12:35
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    14:00
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £98
  • Buzz
    4h 5m
    0
    08:20
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    12:25
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £114
  • British Airways
    7h 55m
    0
    06:15
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    14:10
    Aberdeen Airport
    Aberdeen Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £103
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    8h 55m
    0
    02:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    11:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £41
  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    16:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    03:05
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Manchester to Aberdeen

What are the most popular stations in Manchester and Aberdeen?

In Manchester, you will usually depart from Victoria Station, Piccadilly Train Station or Shudehill Interchange, while in Aberdeen you will be arriving at Bus Station, Woolmanhill Bus Stop or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Aberdeen from Manchester? With 7 connections between 2 Flight, Carpool, Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Manchester and Aberdeen, you can pay as low as £22 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Loganair: you will get to Aberdeen in just 1h 15m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Manchester and Aberdeen are Loganair, FlixBus and EasyJet Airline, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Manchester and Aberdeen is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Salford or to Cults, and look at flights from Liverpool Airport, and landing at Aberdeen Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Manchester to Aberdeen?

The most popular companies between Manchester and Aberdeen, are Loganair, FlixBus and EasyJet Airline. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: TransPennine Express

Airlines: Loganair, EasyJet Airline, Aer Lingus and 4 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Manchester to Aberdeen

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Manchester to Aberdeen. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Manchester to Aberdeen

How can I reach Aberdeen from Manchester?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Flight, Carpool, Train and Bus, with which you can get to Aberdeen from Manchester.

How far is Aberdeen from Manchester?

The distance between Manchester and Aberdeen is 408.1 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Manchester and Aberdeen?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 11 kgs of CO2, a train 14 kgs, a car 69 kgs, and a flight 100 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Manchester to Aberdeen?

You can get to Aberdeen with just £22 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Aberdeen in just 1h 15m with a Flight from Loganair.

More routes to Manchester and to Aberdeen

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Manchester and to Aberdeen. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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