The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to Carnoustie
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Carnoustie is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Carnoustie will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Of the 1 trains that leave Aberdeen for Carnoustie every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 81 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 58 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 and coach for Aberdeen to Carnoustie
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Carnoustie among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a coach costs an average of £16.
Distance: 81 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Aberdeen to Carnoustie train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Carnoustie trains for tomorrow, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 04:57 Aberdeen | 0h58 | 05:55 Carnoustie | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Carnoustie
Trains from Aberdeen to Carnoustie run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 81 km distance in 58m.
Distance 81 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 05:57 |
Last train 23:25 |
Train companies: ScotRail, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper from Aberdeen to Carnoustie trainsScotRail, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you between Aberdeen and Carnoustie from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aberdeen to Carnoustie train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Carnoustie 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 Carnoustie, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aberdeen and Carnoustie
- 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
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Ashludie Terrace on A390
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms, connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms or level crossing Blue Badge parking bays: 2
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the main road, A930
- Car Park: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: No access for buses at Golf Street - the nearest station with alternative transport is Carnoustie
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