The cheapest and fastest trains from Gateshead to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
£74
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
5 h 12 m
Average duration
5 h 12 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gateshead to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gateshead to Aberdeen will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £74.
Of the 1 trains that leave Gateshead 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 245 km distance in an average of 5 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 12 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Gateshead to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gateshead to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £58.
Distance: 245 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£67 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gateshead to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Gateshead to Aberdeen trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:27 Gateshead | 4h35 | 12:02 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:56 Gateshead | 4h54 | 12:50 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:30 Gateshead | 5h51 | 14:21 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:44 Gateshead | 5h22 | 16:06 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gateshead to Aberdeen
Trains from Gateshead to Aberdeen run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 18:18. The fastest train covers the 245 km distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 245 km |
Average train duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 35m |
First train 05:57 |
Last train 18:18 |
Train companies: ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, Lumo from Gateshead to Aberdeen trainsScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, Lumo trains will get you between Gateshead and Aberdeen from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ScotRail
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Cross Country
Lumo
FAQs: Gateshead to Aberdeen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gateshead 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 Gateshead and Aberdeen
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Access via lifts that operate whilst ever services are operating through the 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
- Onward travel information: None close by. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the bus stop on the station front.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via ramped access.
- 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
- Onward travel information: No bus stop close by. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Metro bus replacement stop
- Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
- 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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