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Aberdeen Art Gallery
Aberdeen's main art museum with strong Scottish collections, decorative arts, and major temporary exhibitions in a restored building.
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$150
Fastest journey
6 h 13 m
Average duration
6 h 20 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
419 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Aberdeen will cost around $150 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool to Aberdeen without transferring at least 2 times.
W34023+
W85164+
C01971+
G86248
W33941+
G80216+
G86251
G30447+
W34213+
C01971+
P24118
W34213+
C01971+
G86217
W85174+
L86913+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street
C01369+
W85177+
C14635+
G86241
W34213+
C01971+
G86217
W85177+
C14635+
G89639
W33941+
G80216+
G86251
Y14756+
L86912+
G89632Trains from Liverpool to Aberdeen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:17, the last at 21:49. The fastest train covers the 260 miles (419 km) distance in 6h 18m.
Distance 260 miles (419 km) |
Average train duration 6h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 18m |
First train 4:17 AM |
Last train 9:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Aberdeen trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G86248+ W34023+ W85164+ C01971 | 5:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 7h20 | 1:03 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 3 transfers | |
P24118+ W34213+ C01971+ G30447 | 6:07 AM Moorfields (MRF) | 6h56 | 1:03 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 3 transfers | |
G86217+ W34213+ C01971 | 6:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 6h18 | 1:03 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2 transfers | |
G89632+ Y14756+ L86912 | 7:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 6h30 | 2:09 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2 transfers | |
W85174+ L86913+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 8:13 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 7h03 | 3:16 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2 transfers | |
G89635+ W34177+ L86913+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 8:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 6h37 | 3:16 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 3 transfers | |
G89639+ W85177+ C14635 | 9:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 6h19 | 3:58 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2 transfers | |
G86241+ C01369+ W85177+ C14635 | 9:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 6h13 | 3:58 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 3 transfers | |
G86251+ W33941+ G80216 | 10:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 6h21 | 5:06 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2 transfers | |
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 Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Aberdeen trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Aberdeen station pair, with some services arriving at Dyce (Aberdeen Airport). Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Aberdeen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Moorfields has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Moorfields.
Wi-Fi is available at Moorfields. ATMs are available at Moorfields.
Ticket office support is available at Moorfields. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Moorfields: Parking, WC.
Available at Moorfields: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Moorfields: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms via Moorfields entrance are accessible via lifts. However the Old Hall Street entrance has no disabled access, 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: No.
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
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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