The cheapest and fastest trains from Aviemore to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$82
Fastest journey
3 h 17 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aviemore to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aviemore to Aberdeen will cost around $82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
Of the 2 trains that leave Aviemore for Aberdeen on Fri, Dec 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct trains cover the 104 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 17 m .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 32 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Aviemore to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aviemore to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 64 miles (104 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€62 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Aviemore to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Aviemore to Aberdeen trains for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:52 AM Aviemore | 3h17 | 12:09 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Aviemore to Aberdeen by train or bus
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Why should you book Aviemore to Aberdeen trains with Omio?
ScotRail as well as LNER offer trains services from Aviemore to Aberdeen. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Aviemore to Aberdeen.
Why book with Omio vs ScotRail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for ScotRail, but also compare tickets for the likes of LNER to find the best option for your trip from Aviemore to Aberdeen.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare ScotRail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Aviemore to Aberdeen.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While ScotRail tickets can be bought on ScotRail's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of LNER to help you choose the right option for your journey from Aviemore to Aberdeen.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Aviemore to Aberdeen.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Aviemore to Aberdeen
Trains from Aviemore to Aberdeen run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€26) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:14, the last at 20:32. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (104 km) distance in 3h 17m.
Distance 64 miles (104 km) |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€26) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 06:14 |
Last train 20:32 |
Train companies: ScotRail, LNER from Aviemore to Aberdeen trainsScotRail, LNER trains will get you between Aviemore and Aberdeen from $16 (€13). 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 Aviemore to Aberdeen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aviemore to Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Aviemore to Aberdeen
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 21:25 Saturday 07:35 - 14:39 Sunday 09:40 - 17:20 Proposal to alter hours
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1 - connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 2 or step-free route via level crossing using the Strathspey Railway entrance at south end of platform Blue Badge parking bays: 2
- 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting room. The toilet facilities are only available during ticket office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of the ticket office
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- 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 car park in front of the station
- 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
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