How to travel from Aberdeen to York

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 €114.

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

A train is €208 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aberdeen to York costing on average €322.

The fastest way to travel from Aberdeen to York is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 15m.

Other travel options to York take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 20m.

Bus takes on average 12h 10m.

The distance from Aberdeen to York is approximately 223 miles (360 km).

The average frequency per day from Aberdeen to York is:

• Around 14 flights per day.
• Around 6 trains per day.
• Around 5 buses 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 London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Scotrail, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, ScotRail to go to York by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd to go to York by bus.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Aberdeen to York:

• 2 direct trains per day with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country.

Omio customers who travel from Aberdeen to York often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, Manchester, Leeds, Whitby. 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.