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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Shrewsbury to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
£170
Average price
£170
Fastest journey
7 h 42 m
Average duration
7 h 42 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
495 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shrewsbury to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shrewsbury to Aberdeen will cost around £170 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £170.
Of the 1 trains that leave Shrewsbury 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 495 km distance in an average of 7 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 42 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 Shrewsbury to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shrewsbury to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £78. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £78, and a flight costs an average of £162.
Distance: 495 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£146 Average Price Cheapest | £171 Average Price |
6h 36m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Shrewsbury to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Shrewsbury to Aberdeen trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 05:31 Shrewsbury | 7h32 | 13:03 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shrewsbury to Aberdeen
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Shrewsbury to Aberdeen run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £78 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 16:04. The fastest train covers the 495 km distance in 7h 12m.
Distance 495 km |
Average train duration 6h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 12m |
First train 05:31 |
Last train 16:04 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Shrewsbury to Aberdeen trainsAvanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Shrewsbury and Aberdeen from £78. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Shrewsbury to Aberdeen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shrewsbury 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Shrewsbury and Aberdeen
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Lost and Found Office
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 20:40 Saturday 05:20 - 19:40 Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
- Car Park: Station Forecourt
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to all platforms. The lift to Platform 3 is accessible from the front of the station. The lift to Platforms 4 to 7 is situated at the end of the subway beyond the ticket barriers.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4a. The National key toilets are located on Platform 4a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 4a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On Platform 7
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the station forecourt
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LockersParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car RentalInformation 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
WifiParkingAccessibility
LoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Fully Accessible - lifts and footbridge Blue Badge spaces: 3
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park at the end of Station Road
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