The cheapest and fastest trains from Grantham to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
£183
Average price
£258
Fastest journey
6 h 1 m
Average duration
6 h 22 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
480 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grantham to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grantham to Aberdeen will cost around £258 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £183.
Of the 5 trains that leave Grantham 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 480 km distance in an average of 6 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 55 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Grantham to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Grantham to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £111. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £111, and a flight costs an average of £238.
Distance: 480 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£111 Average Price Cheapest | £238 Average Price |
6h 51m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Grantham to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Grantham to Aberdeen trains for tomorrow, Friday 6 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:59 Grantham | 6h01 | 13:00 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:39 Grantham | 6h24 | 17:03 Aberdeen | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:16 Grantham | 6h55 | 21:11 Aberdeen | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:39 Grantham | 6h02 | 20:41 Aberdeen | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:39 Grantham | 6h27 | 23:06 Aberdeen | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Grantham to Aberdeen
Trains from Grantham to Aberdeen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £111 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 17:21. The fastest train covers the 480 km distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 480 km |
Average train duration 6h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £111 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 20m |
First train 05:57 |
Last train 17:21 |
Train companies: LNER from Grantham to Aberdeen trainsLNER trains will get you between Grantham and Aberdeen from £111. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Grantham to Aberdeen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grantham 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 Grantham and Aberdeen
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 16:00 Saturday 08:00 - 16:00 Sunday 09:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Advance booking advisable
- 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. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- 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 1 Waiting Room Opening Times - Mon - Fri 05:30- 23:10. Sat 05:30- 21:30. Sun 08:45- 22.40 Platform 2 waiting Room Opening Times - Mon - Fri 05:30 - 23:20. Sat 05:30- 23:10 Sun 08:45- 23:10
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Opposite station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
- 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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