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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to Livingston
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
2 h 53 m
Average duration
3 h 6 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Livingston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Livingston will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 3 trains that leave Aberdeen for Livingston 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 163 km distance in an average of 3 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 20 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 Livingston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Livingston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 163 km
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£36 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Aberdeen to Livingston train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Livingston trains for tomorrow, Friday 2 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:57 Aberdeen | 3h20 | 08:17 Livingston | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:52 Aberdeen | 3h05 | 11:57 Livingston | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:01 Aberdeen | 2h53 | 12:54 Livingston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Livingston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Aberdeen to Livingston run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 20:56. The fastest train covers the 163 km distance in 2h 53m.
Distance 163 km |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 05:49 |
Last train 20:56 |
Train companies: LNER, ScotRail from Aberdeen to Livingston trainsLNER, ScotRail trains will get you between Aberdeen and Livingston 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 Livingston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Livingston 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 Livingston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aberdeen and Livingston
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
ParkingDiningAccessibility
LoungeLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
- 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. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the respective platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 7
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop at the top of stairs entrance to Platform 1
ParkingAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk- 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. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Help Point on Platform 1 Blue Badge parking bays: 10
- 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 station car park
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, narrow platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the respective platforms 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
- 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 station car park
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