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Compare train and bus for Portlethen to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portlethen to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $8.
Distance: 6 miles (10 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price | $5 Average price Cheapest | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
42m Average total duration Fastest 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Portlethen to Aberdeen:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portlethen to Aberdeen costing on average $8 (€6).
Other travel options to Aberdeen take longer:
Bus takes on average 17m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (12m by train vs 15m by car). Tickets start at around $8 (€6) compared to roughly $3 (€3) 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.
Direct services run with Scotrail, ScotRail.
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.
Live departures
Portlethen to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Portlethen to Aberdeen trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 C14620 | 8:01 AM Portlethen station (PLN) | 0h11 | 8:12 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C14592 | 8:31 AM Portlethen station (PLN) | 0h12 | 8:43 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L88424 | 9:34 AM Portlethen station (PLN) | 0h14 | 9:48 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L86902 | 10:07 AM Portlethen station (PLN) | 0h11 | 10:18 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C14925 | 11:34 AM Portlethen station (PLN) | 0h11 | 11:45 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L88432 | 12:38 PM Portlethen station (PLN) | 0h12 | 12:50 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portlethen to Aberdeen
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Portlethen to Aberdeen run on average 4 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (10 km) distance in 11m.
Distance 6 miles (10 km) |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Portlethen to Aberdeen trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Portlethen and Aberdeen from $5 (€4). 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 Portlethen to Aberdeen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portlethen 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 Portlethen to Aberdeen
Most Portlethen to Aberdeen trains use the Portlethen to Aberdeen station pair. Use this guide to compare Portlethen and Aberdeen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Portlethen station do trains to Aberdeen leave from?
Getting to Portlethen from Portlethen city centre
Portlethen train station facilities and services
Portlethen has practical services for this route, including Parking, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portlethen: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Portlethen: Bike Parking.
Which Aberdeen station do trains from Portlethen arrive at?
Getting to Aberdeen from Aberdeen city centre
Aberdeen train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: The Silver Darling, Moonfish Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aberdeen. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Aberdeen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aberdeen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aberdeen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aberdeen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Residence Inn Aberdeen, Hilton Aberdeen TECA, Jurys Inn Aberdeen.
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