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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to Carnoustie
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£36
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£36
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 4 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 4 m
Trains on 05 Sept
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 £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 1 trains from Aberdeen to Carnoustie, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 81 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.
22:241h04Aberdeen23:28Carnoustie£361One-way0 changes
- 22:241h04Aberdeen23:28Carnoustie£361One-way0 changes
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 coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £47.
Distance: 81 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£47 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Aberdeen to Carnoustie:
A coach is £33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aberdeen to Carnoustie costing on average £47.
Other travel options to Carnoustie take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 37m.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (1h 3m by train vs 1h 18m by car). Tickets start at around £47 compared to roughly £17 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.
Direct services run with Scotrail, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail.
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.
Live departures
Aberdeen to Carnoustie train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Carnoustie trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 L88027 · L88029 | 6:39 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 1h10 | 7:49 Carnoustie station (CAN) | 1 change | |
| C14660 · L88032 | On time 6:56 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) | 1h31 | 8:27 Carnoustie station (CAN) | 1 change | |
| L88032 | 7:24 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 1h03 | 8:27 Carnoustie station (CAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C14576 · L88036 | On time 7:54 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) | 1h44 | 9:38 Carnoustie station (CAN) | 1 change | |
| L88389 · L87069 · W69902 | 8:31 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) | 1h42 | 10:13 Carnoustie station (CAN) | 2 changes | |
| L88036 | 8:35 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 1h03 | 9:38 Carnoustie station (CAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87069 · W69902 | 9:05 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 1h08 | 10:13 Carnoustie station (CAN) | 1 change | |
| L88431 · L88044 | 10:09 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) | 1h28 | 11:37 Carnoustie station (CAN) | 1 change | |
| L88392 · L87072 · W69887 | 10:44 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) | 1h32 | 12:16 Carnoustie station (CAN) | 2 changes | |
| L88044 | 10:44 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 0h53 | 11:37 Carnoustie station (CAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87072 · W69887 | 11:01 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 1h15 | 12:16 Carnoustie station (CAN) | 1 change | |
| L88394 · L88050 | 11:44 Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) (DYC) | 1h54 | 13:38 Carnoustie station (CAN) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Scotrail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Scotrail, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Aberdeen to Carnoustie.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Aberdeen to Carnoustie.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Carnoustie
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Aberdeen to Carnoustie run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 81 km distance in 52m.
Distance 81 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 5:57 |
Last train 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country, ScotRail from Aberdeen to Carnoustie trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country, ScotRail trains will get you between Aberdeen and Carnoustie from £13. 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
Most Aberdeen to Carnoustie trains use the Aberdeen to Carnoustie station pair. Use this guide to compare Aberdeen and Carnoustie train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Aberdeen station do trains to Carnoustie leave from?
Getting to Aberdeen from Aberdeen city centre
Aberdeen train station facilities and services
Aberdeen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Silver Darling, Moonfish Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aberdeen. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Aberdeen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aberdeen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aberdeen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aberdeen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Residence Inn Aberdeen, Hilton Aberdeen TECA, Jurys Inn Aberdeen.
Getting to Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) from Aberdeen city centre
Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) train station facilities and services
Dyce (Aberdeen Airport) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dyce (Aberdeen Airport).
Tickets and information
Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dyce (Aberdeen Airport): Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Dyce (Aberdeen Airport): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dyce (Aberdeen Airport): Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Fully Accessible - lifts and footbridge Blue Badge spaces: 3, 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: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Carnoustie station do trains from Aberdeen arrive at?
Getting to Carnoustie from Carnoustie city centre
Carnoustie train station facilities and services
Carnoustie has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Carnoustie.
Tickets and information
Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Carnoustie: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Carnoustie: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carnoustie: 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.
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