The average train between Aberdeen and Methil takes 3h 22m and the fastest train takes 2h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Aberdeen to Methil. 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 hourly between Aberdeen and Methil. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberdeen is at 10:24 PM which arrives into Methil at 7:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Dundee and take an average of 3h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Methil. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen station and arriving at Methil station via Dundee. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.
Aberdeen to Methil train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.
Aberdeen to Methil train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Kirkcaldy station.
Book your Aberdeen to Methil train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Cross Country.
The distance between Aberdeen and Methil is 120.4 km. The road distance is 181 km.
You can take a train from Aberdeen to Leven via Dundee and Kirkcaldy in around 3h 32m.