The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
$107
Average price
$261
Fastest journey
7 h 6 m
Average duration
7 h 22 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
470 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Aberdeen will cost around $261 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $107.
Of the 5 trains that leave Nottingham for Aberdeen on Fri, Nov 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 470 km distance in an average of 7 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 6 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 7 h 42 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nottingham to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a train costs an average of €87.
Distance: 292 miles (470 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€228 Average price | €68 Average price Cheapest |
7h 27m Average total duration Fastest 6h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 27m Average total duration 9h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nottingham to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Aberdeen trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:43 AM Nottingham | 8h07 | 12:50 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:37 AM Nottingham | 7h10 | 1:47 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:41 AM Nottingham | 7h06 | 1:47 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:17 AM Nottingham | 7h49 | 4:06 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:36 AM Nottingham | 7h18 | 4:54 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Nottingham to Aberdeen by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Aberdeen
Trains from Nottingham to Aberdeen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $107 (€87) but you can travel from only $34 (€27) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 16:42. The fastest train covers the 292 miles (470 km) distance in 7h 10m.
Distance 292 miles (470 km) |
Average train duration 6h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $107 (€87) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 10m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 16:42 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, LNER, Northern Rail (3) from Nottingham to Aberdeen trainsCrossCountry, LNER, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Nottingham and Aberdeen from $34 (€27). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
LNER
Northern Rail (3)
FAQs: Trains from Nottingham to Aberdeen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Aberdeen
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: none
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at 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 Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.
- 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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