4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Colchester to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
£94
Average price
£94
Fastest journey
10 h 31 m
Average duration
10 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
615 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Colchester to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colchester to Aberdeen will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £94.
Of the 1 trains that leave Colchester for Aberdeen 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 615 km distance in an average of 10 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 h 31 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.
10:4310h31Colchester21:14Aberdeen£941One-way0 changes
- 10:4310h31Colchester21:14Aberdeen£941One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Colchester to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £60, and a train costs an average of £94.
Distance: 615 km
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£105 Average Price | £64 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 36m Average total duration 8h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Colchester to Aberdeen
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Colchester to Aberdeen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £94 but you can travel from only £60 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 15:08. The fastest train covers the 615 km distance in 10h 31m.
Distance 615 km |
Average train duration 8h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £94 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 10h 31m |
First train 5:40 |
Last train 15:08 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway from Colchester to Aberdeen trainsLondon North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Colchester and Aberdeen from £60. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
FAQs: Colchester to Aberdeen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester 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 Colchester and Aberdeen
Most Colchester to Aberdeen trains use the Colchester to Aberdeen station pair. Use this guide to compare Colchester and Aberdeen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Colchester station do trains to Aberdeen leave from?
Getting to Colchester from Colchester city centre
Colchester is 1 km from Colchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Colchester train station facilities and services
Colchester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Colchester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Colchester. ATMs are available at Colchester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Colchester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Colchester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Colchester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Colchester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Colchester Town from Colchester city centre
Colchester Town train station facilities and services
Colchester Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Colchester Town.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Colchester Town.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Colchester Town. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Colchester Town: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Colchester Town: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Colchester Town: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, 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 Aberdeen station do trains from Colchester 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.
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