The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to Lincoln
Cheapest price
$137
Average price
$137
Fastest journey
7 h 36 m
Average duration
7 h 36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
447 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Lincoln is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Lincoln will cost around $137 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $137.
Of the 1 trains that leave Aberdeen for Lincoln on Fri, May 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 447 km distance in an average of 7 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 36 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 7 h 36 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.
8:20 AM7h36Aberdeen3:56 PMLincoln$1371One-way0 transfers
8:20 AM7h36Aberdeen3:56 PMLincoln$1371One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Aberdeen to Lincoln
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Lincoln among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $95. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $95, and a flight costs an average of $196.
Distance: 277 miles (447 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$124 Average price Cheapest | $244 Average price | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 54m Average total duration 6h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Aberdeen to Lincoln:
A train is $120 (€96) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aberdeen to Lincoln costing on average $244 (€195).
Other travel options to Lincoln take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 24m.
You'll arrive about 52m sooner (6h 24m by train vs 7h 16m by car). Tickets start at around $124 (€99) compared to roughly $27 (€22) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Aberdeen to Lincoln train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Lincoln trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:52 AM Aberdeen | 6h43 | 2:35 PM Lincoln | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for London North Eastern Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from Aberdeen to Lincoln.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Lincoln
Trains from Aberdeen to Lincoln run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $95 (€76) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 16:40. The fastest train covers the 277 miles (447 km) distance in 6h 31m.
Distance 277 miles (447 km) |
Average train duration 6h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $95 (€76) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 31m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 4:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry from Aberdeen to Lincoln trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Aberdeen and Lincoln from $95 (€76). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
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FAQs: Trains from Aberdeen to Lincoln
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Lincoln 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 Lincoln, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Aberdeen to Lincoln
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 19:30 Saturday 05:00 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between station front and St Marys Church
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the front of the station.
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