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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dumfries to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
£131
Average price
£131
Fastest journey
5 h 28 m
Average duration
5 h 28 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dumfries to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dumfries to Aberdeen will cost around £131 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £131.
Of the 1 trains that leave Dumfries 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 249 km distance in an average of 5 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 28 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.
12:505h28Dumfries18:18Aberdeen£1311One-way0 changes
- 12:505h28Dumfries18:18Aberdeen£1311One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Dumfries to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dumfries to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £130. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £130, and a flight costs an average of £347.
Distance: 249 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£131 Average Price Cheapest | £391 Average Price |
4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 50m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dumfries to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Dumfries to Aberdeen trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:50 Dumfries | 5h28 | 18:18 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dumfries to Aberdeen
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Dumfries to Aberdeen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £130 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 19:02. The fastest train covers the 249 km distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 249 km |
Average train duration 4h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £130 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 5m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 19:02 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Dumfries to Aberdeen trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Dumfries and Aberdeen from £130. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Dumfries to Aberdeen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dumfries 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 Dumfries and Aberdeen
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 19:30 Saturday 06:35 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 19:55
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to both platforms and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 4
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2; these toilet facilities are available from 06:30-19:30. The Gents toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilet facilities are available from 06:30-19:30. Radar - National Key Scheme toilets are located on Platform 1; available 24 hours a day
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of station buildings - one on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- 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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TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car RentalInformation 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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