How to get from Aberdeen City to Carstairs by bus and train?

From Aberdeen City to Carstairs by bus and train

To get from Aberdeen City to Carstairs in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 59 bus from Howes Road, Northfield station to Guild Street, Aberdeen station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the M9 bus and finally take the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train from Glasgow Central station to Carstairs station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 57 min.

357min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5959
Bus - M9M9
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Walk to Carstairs
Leaves from Howes Road, Northfield

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Howes Road, Northfield
    ID 639001311
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5959
    Wait for bus
    59
    Aberdeen
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Guild Street, Aberdeen
    ID 639006461
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen
    ID 639070021
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - M9M9
    Wait for bus
    M9
    Glasgow
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow
    ID 60903768
    210 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Central
    0.52 mi • 11 min
  • 8
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESSTRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Manchester Airport
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Carstairs
    33 min
  • 10
    Walk to Carstairs
    Walk to
    Carstairs
    0.94 mi • 20 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Aberdeen City to Carstairs

The distance between Aberdeen City, Scotland and Carstairs, Scotland is approximately 176.12 mi, which can typically be travelled in 357 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Aberdeen City to Carstairs by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Aberdeen City

Aberdeen City is located at Aberdeen City, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Howes Road, Northfield.

Bus stations close to Aberdeen City:

  • Howes Road, Northfield
  • Davidson Drive, Northfield
  • Springhill Road, Northfield

Public transport stations close to Carstairs, Scotland

Carstairs is located at Carstairs, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Lanark Road, Carstairs.

Train stations close to Carstairs:

  • Carstairs

Bus stations close to Carstairs:

  • Lanark Road, Carstairs
  • West View, Carstairs
  • East End Terrace, Carstairs

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen City to Carstairs?

    The fastest way takes 357 minutes, using Bus line 59, Bus line M9, Bus line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS.

  • Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen City and Carstairs in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 57 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Aberdeen City to Carstairs in Scotland?

    The 59 bus line goes from Howes Road, Northfield station near Aberdeen City to Aberdeen station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Aberdeen station near Carstairs in Scotland

  • How long does it take to travel from Aberdeen City to Carstairs in Scotland by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Aberdeen City and Carstairs in Scotland by bus and train is about 5 hr 57 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Aberdeen City to get to Carstairs in Scotland?

    Get on the 59 bus from the Howes Road, Northfield stop near Aberdeen City in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Aberdeen City and Carstairs in Scotland?

    Get off the bus at the Aberdeen station, which is closest to Carstairs in Scotland.

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