The cheapest and fastest trains from Ipswich to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
$162
Average price
$162
Fastest journey
10 h 1 m
Average duration
10 h 1 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
603 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ipswich to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipswich to Aberdeen will cost around $162 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $162.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ipswich for Aberdeen on Mon, Jun 01, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 01 the direct trains cover the 603 km distance in an average of 10 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 1 m .
On Mon, Jun 01 the slowest trains will take 10 h 1 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.
9:08 AM10h01Ipswich7:09 PMAberdeen$1621One-way0 transfers
9:08 AM10h01Ipswich7:09 PMAberdeen$1621One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Ipswich to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $142. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $142, and a train costs an average of $135.
Distance: 374 miles (603 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$159 Average price | $142 Average price | $142 Average price Cheapest | $182 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 57m Average total duration 16h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ipswich to Aberdeen:
A bus is $0.45 (€0.36) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ipswich to Aberdeen costing on average $142 (€114).
A bus is $18 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ipswich to Aberdeen costing on average $159 (€128).
Other travel options to Aberdeen take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 25m.
Bus takes on average 16h 27m.
The journey is about 54m faster (8h 25m by train vs 9h 19m by car) and roughly $23 (€18) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($159 (€128) vs $182 (€147)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Ipswich to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to Aberdeen trains for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:20 AM Ipswich | 9h15 | 7:35 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:20 PM Ipswich | 10h36 | 10:56 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ipswich to Aberdeen
Trains from Ipswich to Aberdeen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $135 (€109) but you can travel from only $47 (€38) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 14:52. The fastest train covers the 374 miles (603 km) distance in 9h 15m.
Distance 374 miles (603 km) |
Average train duration 8h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $135 (€109) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 9h 15m |
First train 5:57 AM |
Last train 2:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia from Ipswich to Aberdeen trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Ipswich and Aberdeen from $47 (€38). 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 Ipswich to Aberdeen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich 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 Ipswich to Aberdeen
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:20 Saturday 05:00 - 21:20 Sunday 07:20 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- 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 taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- 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: Toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located alongside platform 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Close to platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on station forecourt.
- 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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