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8:038h03Birmingham16:06Aberdeen£941One-way0 changes
10:076h59Birmingham17:06Aberdeen£1171One-way0 changes- 9:038h03Birmingham17:06Aberdeen£1321One-way0 changes
- 9:076h51Birmingham15:58Aberdeen£1581One-way0 changes
13:077h34Birmingham20:41Aberdeen£1651One-way0 changes
- 9:076h51Birmingham15:58Aberdeen£1581One-way0 changes
- 6:056h58Birmingham13:03Aberdeen£1961One-way0 changes
- 10:076h59Birmingham17:06Aberdeen£1171One-way0 changes
14:287h27Birmingham21:55Aberdeen£2311One-way0 changes- 13:077h34Birmingham20:41Aberdeen£1651One-way0 changes
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Compare train, coach and flight for Birmingham to Aberdeen
The cheapest option from Birmingham to Aberdeen is coach, with an average price of £49. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Aberdeen among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg.
Distance: 519 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£142 Average Price | £49 Average Price Cheapest option | £218 Average Price |
8h 13m Average total duration 7h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 44m Average total duration 10h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Aberdeen trains for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 4:57 Birmingham | 9h19 | 14:16 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:57 Birmingham | 9h19 | 15:16 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:05 Birmingham | 6h58 | 13:03 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:03 Birmingham | 8h03 | 16:06 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:03 Birmingham | 8h03 | 17:06 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:07 Birmingham | 6h51 | 15:58 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:07 Birmingham | 6h59 | 17:06 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:07 Birmingham | 7h34 | 20:41 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:28 Birmingham | 7h27 | 21:55 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Aberdeen
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Birmingham to Aberdeen, including direct trains, taking around 7h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:51, the last at 21:43. The fastest train covers the 519 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 519 km |
Average train duration 7h 43m |
Lowest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 40m |
First train 1:51 |
Last train 21:43 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country from Birmingham to Aberdeen trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Aberdeen from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham to Aberdeen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Aberdeen
Most Birmingham to Aberdeen trains use the Birmingham New Street to Aberdeen station pair, with some services arriving at Dyce (Aberdeen Airport). Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Aberdeen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham Moor Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Moor Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Perry Barr from Birmingham city centre
Perry Barr is 3 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Perry Barr train station facilities and services
Perry Barr has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Perry Barr.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Perry Barr. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Perry Barr: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Perry Barr: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Perry Barr: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Aberdeen station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
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.
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