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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness station (INV) to Aberdeen station (ABD)
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
2 h 13 m
Average duration
2 h 21 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
133 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness station (INV) to Aberdeen station (ABD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness station (INV) to Aberdeen station (ABD) will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
Of the 3 trains that leave Inverness station (INV) for Aberdeen station (ABD) on Wed, Mar 18, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 18 the direct trains cover the 133 km distance in an average of 2 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 13 m .
On Wed, Mar 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h 27 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.
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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Inverness station (INV) to Aberdeen station (ABD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverness station (INV) to Aberdeen station (ABD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 82 miles (133 km)
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2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Inverness station (INV) to Aberdeen station (ABD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness station (INV) to Aberdeen station (ABD) trains for today, Tuesday, March 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:28 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2h13 | 4:41 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:20 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2h16 | 7:36 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, March 18 | |||||
| Y73014 | On time 8:56 AM Inverness station (INV) | 2h27 | 11:23 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y38441 | On time 10:56 AM Inverness station (INV) | 2h13 | 1:09 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y38448 | On time 12:39 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2h22 | 3:01 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Inverness station (INV) to Aberdeen station (ABD) by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness station (INV) to Aberdeen station (ABD)
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Trains from Inverness station (INV) to Aberdeen station (ABD) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 82 miles (133 km) distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 82 miles (133 km) |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 04:54 |
Last train 21:30 |
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Train companies: ScotRail from Inverness station (INV) to Aberdeen station (ABD) trainsScotRail trains will get you between Inverness station (INV) and Aberdeen station (ABD) from $10 (€8). 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 Inverness station (INV) to Aberdeen station (ABD)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness station (INV) to Aberdeen station (ABD) 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 station (ABD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Inverness station (INV) to Aberdeen station (ABD)
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:30 Saturday 06:30 - 18:30 Sunday 09:15 - 20:20
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 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
- 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 located on the Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Available between 0630 and 1930
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- 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, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the Eastgate side of the station at the short stay car park
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Luggage Carts
- 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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