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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 19
€69
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€126
Fastest journey on Sep 19
5 h 14 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
7 h 17 m
Trains on Sep 19
3
Distance
378 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Aberdeen will cost around €126 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €69.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 3 trains from Preston to Aberdeen, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 378 km distance in an average of 7 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 14 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 9 h 7 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €36 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, while a flight costs an average of €419.
Distance: 234 miles (378 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€98 Average price | €36 Average price Cheapest | €419 Average price | €90 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 45m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Preston to Aberdeen:
A bus is €62 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Preston to Aberdeen costing on average €98.
A bus is €383 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Preston to Aberdeen costing on average €419.
Other travel options to Aberdeen take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 0m.
Bus takes on average 7h 15m.
You'll arrive about 31m sooner (5h 0m by train vs 5h 31m by car). Tickets start at around €98 compared to roughly €90 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 Preston to Aberdeen trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:46 AM Preston | 9h07 | 5:53 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:53 AM Preston | 5h14 | 5:07 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:44 PM Preston | 7h30 | 8:14 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Preston to Aberdeen run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €57 but you can travel from only €28 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 21:43. The fastest train covers the 234 miles (378 km) distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 234 miles (378 km) |
Average train duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €57 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 35m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 9:43 PM |
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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.
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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 Preston 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 Preston to Aberdeen trains use the Preston to Aberdeen station pair. Use this guide to compare Preston and Aberdeen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston 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: Rise, The Olive Tree Brasserie, Turtle Bay
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Preston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Preston. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Preston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Preston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, Delta Hotels Preston, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel.
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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