The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to London
Cheapest price
€127
Average price
€173
Fastest journey
7 h 10 m
Average duration
7 h 32 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
639 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to London will cost around €173 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €127.
Of the 6 trains that leave Aberdeen for London on Mon, Dec 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct trains cover the 639 km distance in an average of 7 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 10 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest trains will take 8 h 12 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.
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W02942 · W02808Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Aberdeen to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €39, and a flight costs an average of €40.
Distance: 639 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€141 Average price | €70 Average price Cheapest | €166 Average price |
8h 18m Average total duration 7h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 0m Average total duration 12h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Aberdeen to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to London trains for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Y11839 | On time 9:47 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 7h13 | 5:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y11847 | On time 11:47 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 7h12 | 6:59 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y11855 | On time 1:47 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 7h12 | 8:59 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y38582+ C40943 | On time 3:08 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 7h02 | 10:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
Y39568 · W73062+ Y11865 | On time 3:31 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 7h50 | 11:21 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
C74726+ C08208 | On time 8:20 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 7h25 | 3:45 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C74726+ Y11833 | On time 8:20 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 7h42 | 4:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
Y38584+ C40907 | On time 9:05 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 7h12 | 4:17 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Aberdeen to London
Trains from Aberdeen to London run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €97 but you can travel from only €39 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 639 km distance in 6h 56m.
Distance 639 km |
Average train duration 7h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €97 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 56m |
First train 04:49 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: LNER, Caledonian Sleeper, Avanti West Coast, Lumo, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express from Aberdeen to London trainsLNER, Caledonian Sleeper, Avanti West Coast, Lumo, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Aberdeen and London from €39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Aberdeen to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to London by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Aberdeen, which is located around 0 miles (5 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at London Euston, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Aberdeen to London
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Fully Accessible - lifts and footbridge Blue Badge spaces: 3
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park at the end of Station Road
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 10:40 Saturday 08:00 - 15:15 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located in the stations ticket hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: On the paid side of the barrier in the stations ticket hall.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located in the ticket hall on the paid side of the barrier. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: No rail replacement bus services operate from this station.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 13:0015:15 - 19:20 Saturday 08:45 - 15:45 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Taxi: YES
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is in the Ticket Hall next to the taxi office.
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available on platforms 3 & 4
- Storage location: Inside booking office, and opposite booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 19:50 Saturday 07:50 - 14:25 Sunday 08:10 - 15:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. No step-free access between platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the middle of platforms 2. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on both platforms
- Storage location: Approach road to Platform 1, and by car park on Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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