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Glasgow - Aberdeen Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

7 trains operate daily from Glasgow to Aberdeen. The train trip from Glasgow to Aberdeen is usually about 2 hours and 43 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest ScotRail train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 34 minutes.

Distance121 mi (195 km)
Fastest train2h 34m
Lowest price€25.24
Trains per day7
Most frequent serviceScotRail
Train lines1

Price trends for trains from Glasgow to Aberdeen

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Which train should you take from Glasgow to Aberdeen?

ScotRail is the one and only train line which connects Glasgow to Aberdeen. However, there are 7 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
ScotRail72h 43m€36.97
  • ScotRail is Scotland's main rail company, with destinations including Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Aberdeen. ScotRail trains now offer complimentary WiFi, as well as onboard restrooms and catering on both suburban commuter routes and intercity services.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Glasgow and Aberdeen is approximately 121 miles, or 195 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 43 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 34 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Glasgow to Aberdeen. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Glasgow at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 16:00. 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 7 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Glasgow to Aberdeen.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Aberdeen to Glasgow.

City Information

Glasgow

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Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland. The city's name means "Dear Green Place" in Gaelic, and Glasgow earns this title as it is one of the most vibrant and exciting cities in the area. Beyond its impressive green spaces, it is full of historical and cultural destinations.

There are dozens of inspiring museums and galleries in the city, including the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Riverside Museum, and the Gallery of Modern Art. The Glasgow Green is a vast public park dotted with monuments right next to the People's Palace, a museum devoted to social history. In the central shopping district, Buchanan Street is your go-to for mouthwatering cuisine and retail therapy.

If you want to try some local beer, hit up The Pot Still, The Ben Nevis Bar, or The Laurieston. Be sure to visit the Clydeside Distillery, too, so you can see how the national drink of Scotland (hello, Scotch) is manufactured.

Several trains serve Glasgow, including Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, and the West Midlands Railway. In addition, Megabus and FlixBus offer bus service from Glasgow to other destinations in Scotland and beyond.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Glasgow?

Main departure station: Glasgow Queen St Station

There is one train station in Glasgow.

All train stations in Glasgow:

  • Glasgow Queen St Station

Where is the train station in Aberdeen?

Main arrival station: Aberdeen Train Station

Aberdeen has one train station.

Train stations in Aberdeen:

  • Aberdeen Train Station

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