The cheapest and fastest trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£103
Fastest journey
6 h 47 m
Average duration
7 h 12 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
460 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Aberdeen will cost around £103 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
Of the 2 trains that leave Stoke-on-Trent 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 460 km distance in an average of 7 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 37 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stoke-on-Trent to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £51, and a flight costs an average of £119.
Distance: 460 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£122 Average Price Cheapest | £197 Average Price |
6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Stoke-on-Trent to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Aberdeen trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:20 Stoke-on-Trent | 6h27 | 13:47 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:55 Stoke-on-Trent | 7h02 | 14:57 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:44 Stoke-on-Trent | 7h31 | 17:15 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:55 Stoke-on-Trent | 7h18 | 20:13 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stoke-on-Trent to Aberdeen
Trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Aberdeen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 16:44. The fastest train covers the 460 km distance in 6h 27m.
Distance 460 km |
Average train duration 6h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 27m |
First train 05:30 |
Last train 16:44 |
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FAQs: Stoke-on-Trent to Aberdeen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent and Aberdeen
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Wheelchair users may need assistance on Platform 1 as there are no lowered kerbs on the pavements and the gradient of the ramp to the platform is steep. The gradient of the ramp to Platform 2 is moderate. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible taxis: Euro 01782 314444
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the station entrance.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 20:00 Saturday 06:25 - 19:30 Sunday 08:55 - 20:30
- Car Park: Stoke on Trent Car Park 3 (Adjacent to Platform 2/3)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: The accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 2. The National key toilet is located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 & 2
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: all platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of 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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