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Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £78 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £78, while a flight costs an average of £315.
Distance: 695 km
Most popular Flight | Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£315 Average Price | £204 Average Price | £78 Average Price Cheapest | £144 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 2m Average total duration 8h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 2m Average total duration 15h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular airline |  Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Aberdeen:
A coach is £125 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Aberdeen costing on average £204.
A coach is £237 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Southampton to Aberdeen costing on average £315.
Other travel options to Aberdeen take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 2m.
Coach takes on average 16h 2m.
You'll arrive about 8h 0m sooner (1h 48m by flight vs 9h 48m by car). Tickets start at around £315 compared to roughly £144 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
How to get to Aberdeen from Southampton by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Southampton to Aberdeen is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Aberdeen are Stonehaven, Dundee, Banchory, Peterhead and Inverurie. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Aberdeen on Omio.
Stonehaven is a seaside town in Aberdeenshire known for its harbour, coastal setting and nearby Dunnottar Castle. It combines fishing heritage with a relaxed centre, North Sea views and strong local traditions.
Dundee is a compact Scottish city on the River Tay, known for design, digital creativity and a maritime past. The waterfront and V&A Dundee give it a modern feel, while old streets and university life keep its character grounded.
Travel to Aberdeen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Southampton to Aberdeen.
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Aberdeen:
A coach is £125 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Aberdeen costing on average £204.
A coach is £237 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Southampton to Aberdeen costing on average £315.
Other travel options to Aberdeen take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 2m.
Coach takes on average 16h 2m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Southampton and Aberdeen as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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