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Trip Summary
There are 21 daily trains from Liverpool to Aberdeen. Traveling by train from Liverpool to Aberdeen usually takes around 6 hours and 59 minutes, but the fastest Northern Rail + Connections train can make the trip in 6 hours and 16 minutes.
| Distance | 261 mi (420 km) |
| Fastest train | 6h 16m |
| Lowest price | £42.64 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail + Connections |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Liverpool to Aberdeen?
There are 3 train lines with service from Liverpool to Aberdeen. Northern Rail + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 12 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merseyrail + Connections | 8 | 7h 42m | £125.39 |
| Northern Rail + Connections | 12 | 6h 28m | £108.24 |
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 1 | 7h 27m | £161.41 |
Merseyrail + Connections train tickets from Liverpool to Aberdeen start from £114, and on average cost . Daily there are 8 Merseyrail + Connections schedules to Aberdeen. Merseyrail + Connections in Liverpool leaves from Brunswick . And in Aberdeen trains arrive at Train Station .
From Liverpool to Aberdeen train travel on Merseyrail + Connections takes 7 hours and 42 minutes. If you are looking to get to Aberdeen faster, Merseyrail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 6 hours and 16 minutes.
Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Liverpool to Aberdeen start from £43, and on average cost . Daily there are 12 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Aberdeen. Northern Rail + Connections in Liverpool leaves from Liverpool Lime St and one other station. And in Aberdeen trains arrive at Train Station .
From Liverpool to Aberdeen train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 6 hours and 28 minutes. If you are looking to get to Aberdeen faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 6 hours and 16 minutes.
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Liverpool to Aberdeen start from £161, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Aberdeen. TransPennine Express + Connections in Liverpool leaves from Liverpool Lime St . And in Aberdeen trains arrive at Train Station .
From Liverpool to Aberdeen train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 7 hours and 27 minutes. If you are looking to get to Aberdeen faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 6 hours and 16 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Liverpool and Aberdeen is approximately 261 miles, or 420 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 59 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 16 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Liverpool to Aberdeen tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Saturday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Liverpool at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 21 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Aberdeen to Liverpool.
City Information
Liverpool
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Although Liverpool is only England's 10th largest city, its fame ballooned as the birthplace of the world's biggest rock band: The Beatles. Visiting Liverpool would not be complete without a trip to the iconic Beatles Statue, located near the port, followed by a visit to The Beatles Story museum, where visitors can immerse themselves in the band's rise to fame.
To explore some of Liverpool's older history, the Merseyside Maritime Museum provides fascinating exhibits on the city's great port-town past, including exhibitions on the Titanic as well as the Battle of the Atlantic. Football fanatics should check out the world-famous Anfield Stadium, where regular tours help visitors revel in the history and glory of this iconic football club.
Traveling to Liverpool is easy thanks to several rail providers, which facilitate travel around the Liverpool City Region and beyond. Liverpool also has two significant bus terminals for access via coach and an international airport for those traveling from further afield.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Liverpool?
Main departure station: Liverpool South Parkway Station
Liverpool has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Aberdeen.
All train stations in Liverpool:
Liverpool South Parkway Station
Brunswick
Liverpool Lime Street Station
Where is the train station in Aberdeen?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Aberdeen has one train station.
Train stations in Aberdeen:
Train Station
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