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Trip Overview

The average train between Aberdeen and Durham takes 5h 21m and the fastest train takes 4h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberdeen to Durham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 21m
Duration
265 mi
Distance
£122
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Aberdeen to Durham train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Aberdeen and Durham. The earliest departure is at 7:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberdeen is at 6:18 PM which arrives into Durham at 4:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 29m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 24m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryCross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 23m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 24m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryCross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 23m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 24m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryCross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 23m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 24m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryCross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 23m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 24m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryCross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 23m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 24m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryCross Country4h 32m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 23m • 1 change
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 24m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Aberdeen to Durham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Aberdeen to Durham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 264.7 mi
  • Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Durham, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Aberdeen to Newcastle 4 times a day. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 4h 3m. Cross Country also services this route 6 times a week.

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