The cheapest and fastest trains from Halifax to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
£115
Average price
£115
Fastest journey
6 h 58 m
Average duration
7 h 35 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
381 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Halifax to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Halifax to Aberdeen will cost around £115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £115.
Of the 2 trains that leave Halifax 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 381 km distance in an average of 7 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 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 train, coach and flight for Halifax to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Halifax to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £110.
Distance: 381 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£94 Average Price | £115 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 39m Average total duration 7h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 57m Average total duration 10h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Halifax to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Halifax to Aberdeen trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:17 Halifax | 8h12 | 18:29 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:27 Halifax | 6h58 | 17:25 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Halifax to Aberdeen
Trains from Halifax to Aberdeen run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 17:15. The fastest train covers the 381 km distance in 6h 46m.
Distance 381 km |
Average train duration 7h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £72 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 46m |
First train 05:57 |
Last train 17:15 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express from Halifax to Aberdeen trainsTransPennine Express trains will get you between Halifax and Aberdeen from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Halifax to Aberdeen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Halifax 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 Halifax and Aberdeen
- Opening hours: Sunday Closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:30 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station Lift access to platforms
- 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 ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are open during station opening hours. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The nearest public toilets are a 5 minute walk from the station.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: adjacent to booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Horton Street. (200 yards from the Station)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
- 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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