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Compare bus and train for Cairnryan to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cairnryan to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €49. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €49, and a train costs an average of €128.
Distance: 302 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€129 Average price | €62 Average price Cheapest |
5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 22m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cairnryan to Aberdeen
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Trains from Cairnryan to Aberdeen run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €128 but you can travel from only €49 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €49
Distance 302 km |
Average train duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €128 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 4h 53m |
First train 05:30 |
Last train 19:03 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €49
FAQs: Trains from Cairnryan to Aberdeen
FAQs: Travel by train from Cairnryan to Aberdeen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cairnryan to Aberdeen.
Cheap train tickets from Cairnryan to Aberdeen can start from as little as €125 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cairnryan to Aberdeen is €127; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Cairnryan to Aberdeen train travel time is 4 h 53 min for the 302 km long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Cairnryan to Aberdeen leaves at 05: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Cairnryan to Aberdeen leaves at 19: 03.
There are 11 trains a day from Cairnryan to Aberdeen which require at least one change with ScotRail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Cairnryan to Aberdeen, you can count on ScotRail for the best way to get you to Aberdeen. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to Aberdeen from Cairnryan and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 19: 03.
A trip to Aberdeen from Cairnryan is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 53 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Cairnryan to Aberdeen is January.
Yes, you can take a train between Cairnryan and Aberdeen.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cairnryan to Aberdeen
Cairnryan
Aberdeen
Aberdeen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
7Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
Dining
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main concourse
Bike Parking
- 80 places, covered
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main concourse
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
Public transit options for Aberdeen
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
Dyce (Aberdeen Airport)
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transit options for Dyce (Aberdeen Airport)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park at the end of Station Road
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