Festive Service Levels
Journey planner
Get ready for Christmas in Aberdeen
It’s the most magical time of year - and we’re here to make festive travel simple. Whether you're heading to the markets, last-minute shopping, or visiting loved ones, here’s everything you need to know about your Christmas bus services.
Please note that we will aim to ensure our app displays the correct timetables, but ask that customers refer to this page in the first instance ahead of travel. We also ask customers to take extra care when travelling in cold or icy weather this festive season.
Our Christmas timetable at a glance
| DATE | DETAILS |
|---|---|
| Mon 22 Dec |
Normal weekday service will operate. School and University Break commences, services 1A, 9U and 20A will not operate. |
| Tue 23 Dec |
Normal weekday service will operate. School and University Break commences, services 1A, 9U and 20A will not operate. |
| Wed 24 Dec (Christmas Eve) |
Normal weekday service will operate, with services withdrawing from approx 9pm. |
| Thurs 25 Dec (Christmas Day) | No services will operate. |
| Fri 26 Dec (Boxing Day) |
All services will commence from 9am, following which a standard Sunday timetable will operate. |
| Sat 27 Dec |
We will operate special service levels on this date, please see the special timetables for this date. |
| Sun 28 Dec |
Normal Sunday timetables will operate. |
| Mon 29 Dec |
We will operate special service levels on this date, please see the special timetables for this date. |
| Tue 30 Dec |
We will operate special service levels on this date, please see the special timetables for this date. |
| Wed 31 Dec (New Year's Eve) |
We will operate special service levels on this date, please see the special timetables for this date. |
| Thurs 1 Jan (New Year’s Day) |
No services operating. |
| Fri 2 Jan |
All services will commence from 9am, following which a standard Sunday timetable will operate. |
| Sat 3 Jan |
Normal Saturday timetables will operate. |
| Sun 4 Jan |
Normal Sunday timetables will operate. |
| Mon 5 Jan |
Normal Monday–Friday timetables resume. |
For more details, check out our timetable page.
How to reach us over Christmas
If you need help over the festive period, our friendly customer service team are working different hours.
| DATE | DETAILS |
|---|---|
| Mon 22 & Tue 23 Dec | Open as usual |
| Wed 24 Dec | Open 09:00 – 17:00 |
| Thurs 25 & Fri 26 Dec | Closed |
| Sat 27 Dec | Open 09:00 – 17:00 (live chat only) |
| Sun 28 Dec | Closed |
| Mon 29 Dec – Thurs 1 Jan | Open 09:00 – 17:00 |
| From Fri 2 Jan | Open as usual |
We highly recommend downloading the First Bus App for the latest information or checking our service updates page.
Festive fun in Aberdeen
Aberdeen is packed with things to see and do this Christmas, so let us handle the driving. From Christmas markets to pantomimes and winter trails, here are some highlights.
Aberdeen Christmas Village
With ice-skating, rides, food stalls and the markets, you can find all the cosy festive feels right here.
Christmas Light-Up Trail
Discover the 12 twinkling decorations of the Light-Up Trail, created in collaboration with 12 local charities.
HMT Pantomime
Bring a touch of fairytale sparkle to your festive season with this year’s magical panto - Cinderella.
Santa's Workshop at the Bon Accord
Little ones can meet Santa, explore his workshop, and dive into festive crafts at the Bon Accord Centre.
Plan your journey below or get tickets in advance on the First Bus App.