Milngavie to Aberdeen train with ScotRail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Milngavie to Aberdeen

Showing times and prices for 04 Dec

Cheapest price

£43

Average price

£43

Fastest journey

3 h 17 m

Average duration

3 h 19 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

191 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milngavie to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Milngavie to Aberdeen will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Milngavie 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 191 km distance in an average of 3 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 17 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 21 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.

ScotRail
06:063h17
Milngavie
09:23Aberdeen
£431One-way
0 changes
ScotRail
07:063h21
Milngavie
10:27Aberdeen
£441One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Milngavie to Aberdeen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milngavie to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £42.

Distance: 191 km

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£45

Average Price

£40

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Cheapest

3h 53m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 23m

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4h 45m

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4h 15m

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Live departures

Milngavie to Aberdeen train times

The table below shows live departures for Milngavie to Aberdeen trains for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 01:53
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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scotrail07:06 Milngavie
3h21
10:27 Aberdeen0 changesdirect
scotrail13:06 Milngavie
3h48
16:54 Aberdeen0 changesdirect
london_north_eastern_railway18:07 Milngavie
4h02
22:09 Aberdeen0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Milngavie to Aberdeen

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Trains from Milngavie to Aberdeen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 20:38. The fastest train covers the 191 km distance in 3h 3m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £23
Distance
191 km
Average train duration
3h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
£42
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
3h 3m
First train
05:30
Last train
20:38
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £23

Train companies: ScotRail from Milngavie to Aberdeen trainsScotRail trains will get you between Milngavie and Aberdeen from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

ScotRail

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 3m
Cheapest Price
£78
ScotRail frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Milngavie to Aberdeen train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milngavie 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Milngavie to Aberdeen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £42, while the average price tends to be around £45.
Typically, a stay of 2 to 3 days is sufficient to explore Aberdeen's key attractions, including its historic architecture, museums, and nearby natural landscapes.
Booking trains from Milngavie to Aberdeen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
In Aberdeen, you can explore the Aberdeen Art Gallery with its impressive collection of fine and contemporary art, and take a walk along the Aberdeen Beach Esplanade for stunning views of the North Sea. Visit the Cruickshank Botanic Garden for a serene experience, and explore the historic Provost Skene's House. Enjoy performances at His Majesty's Theatre, and discover the city's maritime history at the Aberdeen Maritime Museum. St Machar's Cathedral offers stunning architecture, while Duthie Park provides beautiful gardens and the David Welch Winter Gardens. The Gordon Highlanders Museum and the charming fishing village of Footdee (Fittie) are also notable sights.
The train journey from Milngavie to Aberdeen covers a distance of 191 km and takes approximately 3h 3m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Milngavie to Aberdeen is by coach, costing approximately £23.
The train station in Milngavie that goes to Aberdeen is Milngavie station (MLN), and it arrives at Aberdeen station (ABD).
The train distance from Milngavie to Aberdeen is 191 km.
The first train from Milngavie to Aberdeen leaves at 5:30.
The last train from Milngavie to Aberdeen departs at 20:38.
Trains from Milngavie to Aberdeen run approximately 6 times per day.
There is no night train service from Milngavie to Aberdeen.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Milngavie to Aberdeen.
Yes, you can take the train from Milngavie to Aberdeen.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Milngavie to Aberdeen.
To get from Milngavie to Aberdeen, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
A day trip from Milngavie to Aberdeen is not feasible as the travel duration is 3h 3m. However, there are 6 trains available per day for this journey.
Yes, the train journey from Milngavie to Aberdeen is scenic, offering views of the Scottish countryside, rolling hills, and glimpses of the coast as you travel north through charming villages and picturesque landscapes.

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Important Stations and Airports in Milngavie and Aberdeen

Milngavie
Aberdeen
The major train station for departures in Milngavie is Milngavie. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Milngavie for your trip from Milngavie to Aberdeen.
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address
Address
Milngavie station, Fulton Road, Milngavie, Glasgow City, G62 8PG
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 23:40 Saturday 06:40 - 23:40 Sunday 08:15 - 23:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 6
  • 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 toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Due to our COVID-19 response, the toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located on Platform 1. Available during Ticket Office opening hours.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Milngavie
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park

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