The cheapest and fastest trains from Poole to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
£155
Average price
£155
Fastest journey
11 h 11 m
Average duration
11 h 11 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
715 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poole to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poole to Aberdeen will cost around £155 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £155.
Of the 1 trains that leave Poole 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 715 km distance in an average of 11 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 h 11 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 coach, train and flight for Poole to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Poole to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £96. 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 £96, and a flight costs an average of £194.
Distance: 715 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£153 Average Price | £117 Average Price Cheapest | £194 Average Price |
10h 19m Average total duration 9h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 0m Average total duration 19h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Poole to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Poole to Aberdeen trains for today, Monday 23 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:04 Poole | 10h49 | 18:53 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Poole to Aberdeen
Trains from Poole to Aberdeen run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £150 but you can travel from only £96 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 13:59. The fastest train covers the 715 km distance in 10h 39m.
Distance 715 km |
Average train duration 9h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £150 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 10h 39m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 13:59 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, LNER from Poole to Aberdeen trainsCrossCountry, LNER trains will get you between Poole and Aberdeen from £96. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Poole to Aberdeen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poole 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 Poole and Aberdeen
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 18:00 Sunday 09:00 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is level access to both sides of the station by ramps. Interchange between platforms is via a ramped underpass at the London end of the platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall and in the Waiting Room on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Main Booking Hall; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, off Serpentine Road
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 10:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Station Road opposite The Avocet pub To Poole: Station Road outside The Avocet pub
- 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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