The cheapest and fastest trains from Penzance to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
$263
Average price
$263
Fastest journey
13 h 59 m
Average duration
13 h 59 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
813 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penzance to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penzance to Aberdeen will cost around $263 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $263.
Of the 1 trains that leave Penzance for Aberdeen on Tue, Dec 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 02 the direct trains cover the 813 km distance in an average of 13 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 59 m .
On Tue, Dec 02 the slowest trains will take 13 h 59 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, bus, and flight for Penzance to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penzance to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €51, and a flight costs an average of €136.
Distance: 505 miles (813 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€246 Average price | €417 Average price | €81 Average price Cheapest |
13h 4m Average total duration 12h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration Fastest 4h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 59m Average total duration 25h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Penzance to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Penzance to Aberdeen trains for today, Monday, December 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:10 AM Penzance | 13h59 | 10:09 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penzance to Aberdeen
Trains from Penzance to Aberdeen run on average 4 times per day, taking around 12h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $263 (€213) but you can travel from only $63 (€51) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 505 miles (813 km) distance in 13h 49m.
Distance 505 miles (813 km) |
Average train duration 12h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $263 (€213) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 13h 49m |
First train 05:03 |
Last train 21:45 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Penzance to Aberdeen trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Penzance and Aberdeen from $63 (€51). 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 Penzance to Aberdeen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penzance 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 Penzance to Aberdeen
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 20:10 Saturday 06:15 - 18:10 Sunday 08:45 - 17:30
- Car Park: Winter Prices
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the platforms. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The Bus Station adjacent to 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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