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London to Aberdeen by train
The journey from London to Aberdeen by train is 397.77 mi and takes 7 hrs 55 mins. There are 16 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:31 and the last at 23:45. It is possible to travel from London to Aberdeen by train for as little as £46.04 or as much as £357.83. The best price for this journey is £46.04.
| Lowest Price | £46.04 |
| Journey Duration | 7 hrs 55 mins |
| Connection per Day | Grand Central, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper 16 |
| Lowest Price | Grand Central, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper £46.04 |
| Highest Price | Grand Central, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper £357.83 |
| First Departure | Grand Central, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper 05:31 |
| Last Departure | Grand Central, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper 23:45 |
| Distance | Grand Central, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper 397.77 mi |
| Departure | Grand Central, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper London |
| Arrival | Grand Central, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper Aberdeen |
| Carriers | Grand Central, CrossCountry Grand Central, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper |
London to Aberdeen Train Times
Compare prices and tickets from London to Aberdeen
Best time to book London to Aberdeen travel
Virail Pro Tip ✌: Booking 10 days in advance save 10% on average
Price as departure date approaches
Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around £67.25 to £112.02 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 40% on your trip!
Best time to book cheap train tickets from London to Aberdeen
The cheapest London - Aberdeen train tickets can be found for as low as £70.69 if you’re lucky, or £93.73 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £128.15.
Find the best day to travel to Aberdeen by train
When travelling to Aberdeen by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Grand Central, London North Eastern Railway and Lumo from London to Aberdeen
Compare services on board when travelling from London to Aberdeen by train.
| Facilities | Grand Central | London North Eastern Railway | Lumo | ScotRail | West Midlands Railway | Avanti West Coast | Caledonian Sleeper |
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London to Aberdeen CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
44.81kg
Bus
48.01kg
Flight
128.03kg
Car
102.42kg
What are the CO2 emissions from London to Aberdeen by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between London and Aberdeen are 44.81kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between London and Aberdeen? By taking the train between London and Aberdeen you will save 83.22kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 3.2kg compared to a bus and 57.61kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from London to Aberdeen?
A train ticket from London to Aberdeen is £130.30. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £46.04.
What's the cheapest train ticket from London to Aberdeen?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Aberdeen is £46.04. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between London and Aberdeen by train?
London to Aberdeen is 397.77 mi.
How long does the train between London and Aberdeen take?
London to Aberdeen is on average 7 hrs 55 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 6 hrs 50 mins.
Which companies operate from London to Aberdeen?
The train journey from London to Aberdeen is covered by 8 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Grand Central, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast and Caledonian Sleeper.
How many train connections per day go from London to Aberdeen?
London to Aberdeen has 16 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from London to Aberdeen leave?
The earliest train from London to Aberdeen departs at 05:31. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from London to Aberdeen depart?
The latest train from London to Aberdeen departs at 23:45. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from London to Aberdeen in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £46.04 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from London to Aberdeen?
There are on average 3 direct connection(s) from London to go to Aberdeen.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Aberdeen by train?
The fastest journey time by train between London and Aberdeen is 6 hrs 50 mins.
Is there a direct train from London to Aberdeen?
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Aberdeen.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Aberdeen by train?
The train journey from London to Aberdeen creates 44.81kg of CO2 emissions.