The average train between Aberdeen and Leeds takes 6h 37m and the fastest train takes 5h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberdeen to Leeds. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Aberdeen and Leeds. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberdeen is at 9:35 PM which arrives into Leeds at 9:08 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Leeds. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen station and arriving at Leeds station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.
Aberdeen to Leeds train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.
Aberdeen to Leeds train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Aberdeen to Leeds train tickets online with ScotRail, Cross Country and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Aberdeen and Leeds is 373.8 km. The road distance is 573 km.
You can take a train from Aberdeen to Leeds via Edinburgh Waverley in around 6h 27m.