- Must visit
Aberdeen Art Gallery
Aberdeen's main art museum with strong Scottish collections, decorative arts, and major temporary exhibitions in a restored building.
Cheapest price on Oct 10
€45
Average ticket price on Oct 10
€47
Fastest journey on Oct 10
2 h 28 m
Average journey duration on Oct 10
2 h 33 m
Trains on Oct 10
29
Distance
194 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Aberdeen will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.
On Sat, Oct 10, we found 29 trains from Glasgow to Aberdeen, including 10 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 10 the direct trains cover the 194 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 28 m .
On Sat, Oct 10 the slowest trains will take 2 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.
C14595
C14709 · C14625
C14597
L87830 · C14629
C14599
L86911
C14600
C14602
L86913
L86968Trains from Glasgow to Aberdeen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 21:52. The fastest train covers the 120 miles (194 km) distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 120 miles (194 km) |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 9:52 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
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Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Aberdeen trains for today, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C14596 | On time 9:41 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h00 | 12:41 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C14598 | On time 10:41 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h47 | 1:28 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87890 · C14632 | On time 10:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h05 | 1:50 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 1 transfer | |
L86912 | On time 11:41 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h28 | 2:09 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L86913 | On time 12:40 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h36 | 3:16 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L86915 | On time 1:40 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h28 | 4:08 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C14763+ G80216 | On time 1:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h21 | 5:06 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 1 transfer | |
C14618 | On time 2:39 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h36 | 5:15 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87969 · C14639 | On time 2:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h09 | 5:54 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 1 transfer | |
C14603 | On time 3:39 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h35 | 6:14 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L86921 · L88412 | On time 4:38 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h27 | 8:05 PM Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) | 1 transfer | |
C14613 · L88455 | On time 7:37 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h20 | 10:57 PM Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) | 1 transfer | |
C14613 | On time 7:37 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h54 | 10:31 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L86946 | On time 8:40 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h43 | 11:23 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87824 · L87044 | On time 8:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h24 | 12:09 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 1 transfer | |
L86954 | On time 9:40 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h52 | 12:32 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, October 10 | |||||
C14709 · C14625 | 8:10 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h49 | 10:59 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 1 transfer | |
C14709 · C14625 · L88393 | 8:10 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h09 | 11:19 AM Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) | 2 transfers | |
C14595 | 8:41 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h40 | 11:21 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C14595 · L87301 | 8:41 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h24 | 12:05 PM Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) | 1 transfer | |
L87830 · C14629 | 8:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h11 | 11:56 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Aberdeen's main art museum with strong Scottish collections, decorative arts, and major temporary exhibitions in a restored building.
Interactive maritime museum on the harbour, covering shipbuilding, fishing, and the offshore industry with excellent harbour views.
Award-winning museum of North Sea oil and gas, with interactive displays on offshore platforms, energy history, and future technology.
Aberdeen's grand main street, lined with granite architecture, shops, theatres, and key civic landmarks through the city centre.
Historic old town around the university, known for cobbled lanes, medieval buildings, and a calm atmosphere away from the centre.
Long sandy beach and promenade popular for walks, sea views, and easy access to leisure areas north of the harbour.
A rich local soup of smoked haddock, potatoes, onion and cream. It is closely tied to Aberdeen’s fishing heritage and is a classic North-East comfort dish.
Traditional Scottish porridge made with oats, often served with salt or cream. Oats are central to regional food culture and a longstanding breakfast staple.
A soft buttered rowie, also called an Aberdeen roll. Its flaky, salty texture makes it a distinctive local bakery specialty from the North-East.
Popular casual seafood spot by the harbour, valued for fresh fish, simple preparation and relaxed waterside atmosphere.
Refined fine dining in a historic setting, known for polished Scottish tasting menus and high-end local produce.
Stylish modern Scottish restaurant with a strong local reputation for seasonal dishes, seafood and carefully sourced produce.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels can be pricey in peak periods, but dining and local transit are usually manageable for most tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis; cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.

Most Glasgow to Aberdeen trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen station pair, with some services arriving at Dyce (Aberdeen Airport). Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Aberdeen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are 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, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Partick is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Partick has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Partick.
Wi-Fi is available at Partick.
Ticket office support is available at Partick. Information desks are 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, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Partick: Parking, WC.
Available at Partick: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Partick: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, 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.
Paisley St James is 2 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Paisley St James has practical services for this route, including Parking, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paisley St James: Parking.
Available at Paisley St James: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Aberdeen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Silver Darling, Moonfish Cafe
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Aberdeen. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Aberdeen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aberdeen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aberdeen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aberdeen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Residence Inn Aberdeen, Hilton Aberdeen TECA, Jurys Inn Aberdeen.
Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Dyce (Aberdeen Airport).
Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dyce (Aberdeen Airport): Parking.
Available at Dyce (Aberdeen Airport): Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dyce (Aberdeen Airport): 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.
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