How to travel from Aberdeen to York

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Aberdeen to York

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €111 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 21m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €111, while a flight costs an average of €369.

Distance: 223 miles (360 km)

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€111

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€369

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€93

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5h 25m

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1.1 - 2.2kg

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Compare ways to travel from Aberdeen to York

Compare the available ways to get from Aberdeen to York, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Aberdeen to York is a train with an average price of €111.

This is compared to other travel options from Aberdeen to York:

A train is €258 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aberdeen to York costing on average €369.

The fastest way to travel from Aberdeen to York is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 21m.

Other travel options to York take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Aberdeen and York including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Aberdeen to York among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 1h 25m sooner (4h 55m by train vs 6h 20m by car). Tickets start at around €111 compared to roughly €93 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.

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from Aberdeen to York

How to get from Aberdeen to York by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Aberdeen to York is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Travel from Aberdeen to York

Travel to York easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Aberdeen to York.

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There are 3 options to travel between Aberdeen and York including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Aberdeen to York is a train with an average price of €111.

This is compared to other travel options from Aberdeen to York:

A train is €258 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aberdeen to York costing on average €369.

The fastest way to travel from Aberdeen to York is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 21m.

Other travel options to York take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 25m.

The distance from Aberdeen to York is approximately 223 miles (360 km).
The average frequency per day from Aberdeen to York is:
  • Around 15 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Aberdeen and York as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Aberdeen to York:
  • Flights mostly depart from Aberdeen Airport and arrive in Manchester Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Aberdeen station (ABD) and arrive in York station (YRK).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Aberdeen to York, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express to go to York by train.
  • Travel with British Airways, Loganair to go to York by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Aberdeen to York with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct trains per day with London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry.
  • 5 direct flights per day with Loganair.
Omio customers who travel from Aberdeen to York often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, Leeds, Manchester, London Kings Cross (KGX). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between York and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in York to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In York, you can explore the York Castle Museum to learn about the city's social history, walk the scenic York City Walls, and visit the York Art Gallery to see diverse art collections. A boat tour on the River Ouse offers a unique city perspective, while ghost tours delve into York's haunted past. Must-see sights include York Minster with its stunning architecture, The Shambles street, Clifford's Tower for panoramic views, Jorvik Viking Centre for Viking heritage, and the National Railway Museum with its historic trains.
For a fulfilling visit to York, plan to spend around 2 to 3 days. This allows time to explore key attractions like York Minster, the Shambles, and the city walls, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.

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