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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to Cumbernauld
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 38 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Cumbernauld is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Cumbernauld will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
Of the 3 trains that leave Aberdeen for Cumbernauld every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 177 km distance in an average of 3 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 2 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 coach and train for Aberdeen to Cumbernauld
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Cumbernauld among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 177 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£44 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Aberdeen to Cumbernauld train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Cumbernauld trains for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:35 Aberdeen | 3h24 | 10:59 Cumbernauld | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 22 November | |||||
| 04:30 Aberdeen | 3h29 | 07:59 Cumbernauld | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:57 Aberdeen | 4h02 | 08:59 Cumbernauld | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Cumbernauld
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Trains from Aberdeen to Cumbernauld run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 19:54. The fastest train covers the 177 km distance in 3h 24m.
Distance 177 km |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 3h 24m |
First train 05:30 |
Last train 19:54 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Aberdeen to Cumbernauld trainsScotRail trains will get you between Aberdeen and Cumbernauld from £10. 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 Cumbernauld train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Cumbernauld 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 Cumbernauld, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aberdeen and Cumbernauld
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:10 - 14:02 Saturday 07:10 - 14:02 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to ticket office, ramps to both platforms and connecting roadbridge between platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 5
- 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, the toilets have a restricted capacity. The toilets are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 2. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- 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 bay outside the booking office at Platform 2
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. Ramps to both platforms
- 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: 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, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the large council car park at Platform 1
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