Every 30 minutes, Stagecoach 747 links ABZ to Aberdeen
Stagecoach 747 runs roughly every 30 minutes at peak times between Aberdeen International Airport (T1) and Aberdeen city via Dyce and Ellon. It’s a regional bus, not a local shuttle, so it reaches further north than most airport options and gives you a straight shot onto the A96 corridor without a train change at Dyce.
The bus stop sits just outside the main terminal at ABZ, a 2–3 minute walk from arrivals in T1. You pay the driver on board with cash or contactless card, and a single into Aberdeen city typically lands in the mid‑single‑digit pounds, cheaper than a taxi that often hits £25–£30 into Union Street. Luggage goes in the racks inside the coach-style vehicle, so keep small bags at your seat.
Typical operating hours stretch from early morning into late evening, with first departures around 04:00–05:00 and last trips close to 23:00–00:00, but exact times shift slightly by day and season. Check the current 747 timetable on the day you fly, especially for Sunday schedules and public holidays, as gaps can widen to 60 minutes outside peak commuter periods.
Stagecoach runs the 747 as a limited‑stop regional route, hitting key points like Aberdeen Airport, Dyce, and Ellon rather than every local stop. From the terminal, ride into Aberdeen bus station in about 35–45 minutes depending on traffic on the A96. If you’re heading the other direction, plan to board at Aberdeen bus station at least 90 minutes before a short‑haul departure and 2 hours before long‑haul to build in traffic and check‑in time.
Step-by-step from T1 arrivals to Stagecoach 747
- 1. Exit baggage reclaim into the main arrivals hall in T1 and follow signs for “Buses” for about 50 metres.
- 2. Walk out through the main terminal doors; the airport bus stands sit on the left side of the forecourt, roughly a 2–3 minute walk.
- 3. Look for the Stagecoach stop flag or stand showing route 747 toward Aberdeen or Ellon and check the printed timetable for the next departure time.
- 4. Have a contactless card or a few pound coins ready; ask the driver for a single or return to your stop (for example “Aberdeen bus station”) and pay on boarding.
- 5. Load larger bags onto the luggage racks near the front, keep passports and electronics in a small daypack at your seat, and plan for a 35–45 minute ride into Aberdeen city.
One practical tip: if your flight lands after 22:00, check the 747’s last departure time before you fly; missing the final bus usually means a £25–£30 taxi into town instead.