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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Doncaster to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
£83
Average price
£95
Fastest journey
6 h 10 m
Average duration
6 h 39 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Doncaster to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Doncaster to Aberdeen will cost around £95 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.
Of the 2 trains that leave Doncaster for Aberdeen every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 407 km distance in an average of 6 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 7 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.
9:597h07Doncaster17:06Aberdeen£831One-way0 changes- 12:436h10Doncaster18:53Aberdeen£1061One-way0 changes
- 12:436h10Doncaster18:53Aberdeen£1061One-way0 changes
- 9:597h07Doncaster17:06Aberdeen£831One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, flight and coach for Doncaster to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Doncaster to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a flight costs an average of £131.
Distance: 407 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£89 Average Price | £162 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 9m Average total duration 5h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 49m Average total duration Fastest 4h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 20m Average total duration 9h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Doncaster to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Doncaster to Aberdeen trains for today, Sunday 31 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
.png) | 9:32 Doncaster | 5h33 | 15:05 Aberdeen | 1 change | |
| 11:43 Doncaster | 5h25 | 17:08 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:43 Doncaster | 5h59 | 18:42 Aberdeen | 1 change | |
| 13:42 Doncaster | 5h47 | 19:29 Aberdeen | 1 change | |
 | 14:59 Doncaster | 5h36 | 20:35 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:43 Doncaster | 5h25 | 21:08 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:43 Doncaster | 5h54 | 23:37 Aberdeen | 1 change | |
| 20:43 Doncaster | 10h51 | 7:34 Aberdeen | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Doncaster to Aberdeen
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Doncaster to Aberdeen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £73 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 18:18. The fastest train covers the 407 km distance in 5h 24m.
Distance 407 km |
Average train duration 5h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £73 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 24m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 18:18 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country from Doncaster to Aberdeen trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country trains will get you between Doncaster and Aberdeen from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Cross Country
FAQs: Doncaster to Aberdeen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Doncaster 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Doncaster and Aberdeen
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Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- 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 public telephones: Phones are low level but not text
- Accessible taxis: Advance booking not required
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: .
- 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 adjacent to Platforms 3 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3a and 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Points on Platforms 4 and 8.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3a and 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Points on Platforms 4 and 8.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 3 opening hours - 05:00 - 22:30 Platform 4 North Waiting Room opening hours - 05:00 - 01:30 Platform 4 South Waiting Room opening hours - 05:00 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the front of the station and park in the station overflow car park.
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost 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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