- Must visit
The Highland Folk Museum
Museum and archive devoted to the 1715 and 1745 Jacobite risings, with weapons, documents, and interpretation in nearby Newtonmore.
Cheapest price on Oct 21
€141
Average ticket price on Oct 21
€243
Fastest journey on Oct 21
7 h 53 m
Average journey duration on Oct 21
8 h 10 m
Trains on Oct 21
6
Distance
676 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Aviemore is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Aviemore will cost around €243 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €141.
It's difficult to get from London to Aviemore without transferring at least once.
W34016 · W34286+
G80228
W34286+
G80228
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C14684
G80209+
L87274
W33912+
C14684+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street
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C14635 · L87274+
C02000
G80209+
L87274
W34016 · W34286+
G80228
W33912+
C14684+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street
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C14684Trains from London to Aviemore run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €59 but you can travel from only €29 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 420 miles (676 km) distance in 6h 54m.
Distance 420 miles (676 km) |
Average train duration 7h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €59 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 54m |
First train 5:40 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
The table below shows live departures for London to Aviemore trains for today, Tuesday, October 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G80209+ L87274 | On time 8:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 7h56 | 4:26 PM Aviemore station (AVM) | 1 transfer | |
C02000+ G66987+ C14635 · L87274 | On time 8:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 7h53 | 4:26 PM Aviemore station (AVM) | 3 transfers | |
G80211+ C14684 | On time 9:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 8h46 | 5:49 PM Aviemore station (AVM) | 1 transfer | |
G80215 · G80211+ C14684 | On time 9:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 8h19 | 5:49 PM Aviemore station (AVM) | 2 transfers | |
W33912+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ C14684 | On time 9:30 AM London Euston (EUS) | 8h19 | 5:49 PM Aviemore station (AVM) | 2 transfers | |
W34286+ G80228 | On time 10:40 AM London Euston (EUS) | 8h46 | 7:26 PM Aviemore station (AVM) | 1 transfer | |
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Museum and archive devoted to the 1715 and 1745 Jacobite risings, with weapons, documents, and interpretation in nearby Newtonmore.
Small volunteer-run folk museum on Highland rural life, tools, and domestic objects. A rewarding local history stop in nearby Grantown-on-Spey.
Open-air museum with recreated Highland buildings and costumed interpretation. One of Scotland’s best museum experiences near Aviemore.
Ancient Caledonian pine forest with lochs, trails, and mountain views. One of the area’s essential scenic walking and wildlife spots.
Mountain plateau and visitor area famous for dramatic Cairngorm scenery, walks, and the funicular access zone.
Beautiful freshwater loch ringed by forest, popular for easy walks, watersports, and classic Highland views close to town.
Cullen skink is a rich smoked haddock, potato and onion soup from northeast Scotland, widely loved across the Highlands for its warming flavour.
Haggis is Scotland’s iconic savoury pudding of oats, offal, suet and spices, traditionally served with neeps and tatties and strongly tied to Highland food culture.
Cranachan combines whipped cream, raspberries, toasted oats, honey and whisky. It celebrates classic Scottish produce and is a favourite Highland dessert.
Well-known casual spot for artisan coffee, brunch, baking and light lunches, popular with locals and visitors after outdoor activities.
Lively traditional inn with strong local reputation for hearty Scottish dishes, venison and whisky in a cosy, characterful atmosphere.
Elegant restaurant at The Old Bridge Inn known for seasonal Scottish cooking, local game and a refined but relaxed Highland setting.
Moderate for the Highlands: lodging can be pricey in peak season, but dining and local transit are generally in line with other Scottish tourist towns.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up in cafes and taxis, or leave a small tip.
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Aviemore Railway Station -> Grampian Road, Aviemore
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Aviemore 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 Aviemore, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Aviemore trains use the London Kings Cross to Aviemore station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Aviemore train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, 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: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo 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 London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Aviemore has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Aviemore.
Wi-Fi is available at Aviemore.
Ticket office support is available at Aviemore. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aviemore: Parking, WC.
Available at Aviemore: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aviemore: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1 - connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 2 or step-free route via level crossing using the Strathspey Railway entrance at south end of platform Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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