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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ipswich to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
£115
Average price
£132
Fastest journey
9 h 15 m
Average duration
9 h 32 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
603 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ipswich to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipswich to Aberdeen will cost around £132 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £115.
Of the 2 trains that leave Ipswich 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 603 km distance in an average of 9 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 48 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 and flight for Ipswich to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £127. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £127, and a train costs an average of £111.
Distance: 603 km
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£159 Average Price | £138 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ipswich to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Ipswich 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:41 Ipswich | 9h48 | 18:29 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:55 Ipswich | 9h15 | 20:10 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ipswich to Aberdeen
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Ipswich to Aberdeen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £111 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 21:11. The fastest train covers the 603 km distance in 8h 58m.
Distance 603 km |
Average train duration 8h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £111 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 58m |
First train 05:57 |
Last train 21:11 |
Train companies: LNER, Abellio Greater Anglia from Ipswich to Aberdeen trainsLNER, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Ipswich 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: Ipswich to Aberdeen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich 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 Ipswich and Aberdeen
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:20 Saturday 05:00 - 21:20 Sunday 07:20 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- 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 taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- 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: Toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located alongside platform 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Close to platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on station forecourt.
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLost 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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