The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$97
Fastest journey
4 h 53 m
Average duration
5 h 30 m
Trains per day
5
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 $97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 5 trains that leave Preston for Aberdeen on Thu, Nov 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 378 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 53 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 6 h 8 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 Preston to Aberdeen
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 prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €94.
Distance: 234 miles (378 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€84 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest | €190 Average price |
5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 54m Average total duration 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Preston to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Aberdeen trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:54 AM Preston | 5h08 | 12:02 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:01 AM Preston | 6h08 | 1:09 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:54 AM Preston | 4h53 | 1:47 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:59 AM Preston | 6h07 | 4:06 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:53 AM Preston | 5h13 | 4:06 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Aberdeen
Trains from Preston to Aberdeen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€46) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) 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 53m.
Distance 234 miles (378 km) |
Average train duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€46) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 53m |
First train 00:30 |
Last train 21:43 |
Train companies: LNER, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Avanti West Coast from Preston to Aberdeen trainsLNER, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Preston and Aberdeen from $20 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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CrossCountry
Avanti West Coast
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FAQs: Trains from Preston to Aberdeen
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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Preston to Aberdeen
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
- 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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