The cheapest and fastest trains from Doncaster to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
$135
Average price
$143
Fastest journey
5 h 56 m
Average duration
6 h 37 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Doncaster to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Doncaster to Aberdeen will cost around $143 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $135.
Of the 3 trains that leave Doncaster for Aberdeen on Fri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 407 km distance in an average of 6 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 56 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 7 h 4 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, bus, and flight for Doncaster to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Doncaster to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €101.
Distance: 252 miles (407 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€102 Average price | €165 Average price | €52 Average price Cheapest |
6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 30m Average total duration 10h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Doncaster to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Doncaster to Aberdeen trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:56 AM Doncaster | 7h10 | 4:06 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:10 AM Doncaster | 5h56 | 4:06 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 4:58 AM Doncaster | 7h04 | 12:02 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Doncaster to Aberdeen
Trains from Doncaster to Aberdeen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $105 (€86) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 18:12. The fastest train covers the 252 miles (407 km) distance in 5h 43m.
Distance 252 miles (407 km) |
Average train duration 5h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $105 (€86) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 43m |
First train 05:57 |
Last train 18:12 |
Train companies: LNER from Doncaster to Aberdeen trainsLNER trains will get you between Doncaster and Aberdeen from $32 (€26). 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 Doncaster to Aberdeen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Doncaster 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 Doncaster to Aberdeen
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Phones are low level but not text
- Accessible taxis: Advance booking not required
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: .
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are adjacent to Platforms 3 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3a and 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Points on Platforms 4 and 8.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3a and 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Points on Platforms 4 and 8.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 3 opening hours - 05:00 - 22:30 Platform 4 North Waiting Room opening hours - 05:00 - 01:30 Platform 4 South Waiting Room opening hours - 05:00 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the front of the station and park in the station overflow car park.
- 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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