4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
£203
Average price
£248
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
10 h 22 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
471 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Aberdeen will cost around £248 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £203.
Of the 5 trains that leave Derby 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 471 km distance in an average of 10 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 17 h 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 train, coach and flight for Derby to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £52, and a train costs an average of £92.
Distance: 471 km
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Live departures
Derby to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Aberdeen trains for tomorrow, Saturday 21 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:45 Derby | 7h23 | 17:08 Aberdeen | 1 change | |
| 13:45 Derby | 6h50 | 20:35 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:50 Derby | 7h18 | 21:08 Aberdeen | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Aberdeen
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Trains from Derby to Aberdeen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £92 but you can travel from only £52 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 16:45. The fastest train covers the 471 km distance in 7h 8m.
Distance 471 km |
Average train duration 7h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £92 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 8m |
First train 05:57 |
Last train 16:45 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, LNER, Cross Country from Derby to Aberdeen trainsCrossCountry, LNER, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby and Aberdeen from £52. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Derby to Aberdeen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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 Derby and Aberdeen
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells.
- 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: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
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LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar 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
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