How to get from Aberdeen to Lanark by bus and train?

From Aberdeen to Lanark by bus and train

To get from Aberdeen to Lanark in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Aberdeen station to Haymarket station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the 34B bus from Police Station, West Calder station to Bus Station, Lanark station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 6 min. The bus and train schedule from Aberdeen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lanark on the Moovit app.

246min
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 34B34B
Walk to Lanark
Leaves from Aberdeen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Aberdeen
  • 2
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Plymouth
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Haymarket
    147 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Central
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    West Calder
    18 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Police Station, West Calder
    ID 6290WC01
    210 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 34B34B
    Wait for bus
    34B
    Lanark
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, Lanark
    ID 61501204
    45 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lanark
    Walk to
    Lanark
    30 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Aberdeen to Lanark

The distance between Aberdeen, Scotland and Lanark, Scotland is approximately 266.74 km, which can typically be travelled in 246 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Aberdeen to Lanark by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Aberdeen to Lanark

To check the bus and train timetable from Aberdeen to Lanark using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Aberdeen) and destination (Lanark), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Lanark?

    The fastest way takes 246 minutes, using Train line CROSSCOUNTRY, Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 34B.

  • Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Lanark in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 6 min.

  • Which train line goes from Aberdeen to Lanark in Scotland?

    The CROSSCOUNTRY train line goes from Haymarket station near Aberdeen to West Calder station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till West Calder station near Lanark in Scotland.

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

    The total travel time between Aberdeen and Lanark in Scotland by train and bus is about 4 hr 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Aberdeen to get to Lanark in Scotland?

    Get on the CROSSCOUNTRY train from the Haymarket station near Aberdeen in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Aberdeen and Lanark in Scotland?

    Get off the train at the West Calder stop, which is closest to Lanark in Scotland.

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