The cheapest and fastest trains from Loughborough to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
£248
Average price
£255
Fastest journey
8 h 4 m
Average duration
8 h 10 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
490 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Loughborough to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Loughborough to Aberdeen will cost around £255 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £248.
Of the 2 trains that leave Loughborough 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 490 km distance in an average of 8 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 16 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 Loughborough to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Loughborough to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £161. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £161, and a train costs an average of £255.
Distance: 490 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight |
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£255 Average Price | £161 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 29m Average total duration Fastest 6h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 0m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Loughborough to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Loughborough to Aberdeen trains for tomorrow, Thursday 12 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:50 Loughborough | 8h16 | 16:06 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:50 Loughborough | 8h04 | 16:54 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Loughborough to Aberdeen
Trains from Loughborough to Aberdeen run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £255 but you can travel from only £161 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 14:52. The fastest train covers the 490 km distance in 8h 16m.
Distance 490 km |
Average train duration 6h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £255 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 8h 16m |
First train 05:57 |
Last train 14:52 |
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FAQs: Loughborough to Aberdeen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Loughborough 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 Loughborough and Aberdeen
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Nottingham Road.
- The Basin
- The Orange Tree
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- £0.30
- Premier Inn Loughborough
- Travelodge Loughborough Central
- Ramada Loughborough Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms 1-3
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside 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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