The cheapest and fastest coaches from Durham to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
7 h 10 m
Average duration
8 h 20 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
265 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Durham to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Durham to Aberdeen will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 2 buses that leave Durham for Aberdeen every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 265 km distance in an average of 8 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Durham to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £154.
Distance: 265 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £67 Average Price | £211 Average Price |
8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Durham to Aberdeen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Durham to Aberdeen coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:55 Durham | 8h55 | 22:50 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Durham to Aberdeen
Buses from Durham to Aberdeen run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:20, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 265 km distance in 6h 10m.
Distance 265 km |
Average bus duration 8h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 10m |
First bus 02:20 |
Last bus 23:30 |
FAQs: Durham to Aberdeen coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham to Aberdeen by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Aberdeen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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