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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 on Sep 20
$349
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$349
Fastest journey on Sep 20
8 h 11 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
8 h 34 m
Trains on Sep 20
6
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 $349 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $349.
It's difficult to get from Nottingham to Aberdeen without transferring at least 3 times.
G01093+
W33373+
C14637+
C17907
C21588+
W85184+
C14624
G01090+
W33353 · W33144+
W85184
G01090+
W33353 · W33144+
W85184
C21588+
W85184+
C15259 · L87030
G01093+
W33373+
C14637+
C17907
G01090+
W33353 · W33144+
W85184
G01090+
W33353 · W33144+
W85184
C21588+
W85184+
C15259 · L87030
C04442+
W33297+
C14643+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen StreetOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $74 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $74, while a train costs an average of $201.
Distance: 292 miles (470 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$201 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $138 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 20m Average total duration Fastest 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 49m Average total duration 10h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham to Aberdeen:
A bus is $128 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Aberdeen costing on average $201.
Other travel options to Aberdeen take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 19m.
You'll arrive about 31m sooner (6h 50m by train vs 7h 21m by car). Tickets start at around $201 compared to roughly $138 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Aberdeen trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C21588+ W85184+ C14624 | 9:42 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 8h56 | 6:38 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2 transfers | |
C21588+ W85184+ C15259 · L87030 | 9:42 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 8h43 | 6:25 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 3 transfers | |
G01090+ W33353 · W33144+ C15259 | 9:56 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 8h29 | 6:25 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 5 transfers | |
G01090+ W33353 · W33144+ C14624 | 9:56 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 8h42 | 6:38 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 4 transfers | |
G01093+ W33373+ C14637+ C17907 | 11:16 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 8h11 | 7:27 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 3 transfers | |
C04442+ W33297+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ C14643 | 11:43 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 8h45 | 8:28 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Nottingham to Aberdeen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $146 but you can travel from only $44 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 16:40. The fastest train covers the 292 miles (470 km) distance in 6h 3m.
Distance 292 miles (470 km) |
Average train duration 6h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $146 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 3m |
First train 5:10 AM |
Last train 4:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Aberdeen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Aberdeen trip today.
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 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.

Most Nottingham to Aberdeen trains use the Nottingham to Aberdeen station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Aberdeen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: 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.
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.
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