The average train between Hamilton and Aberdeen takes 3h 47m and the fastest train takes 3h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Hamilton to Aberdeen. 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 Hamilton and Aberdeen. The earliest departure is at 6:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hamilton is at 11:17 PM which arrives into Aberdeen at 8:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central Low Level and take an average of 3h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

3h 12m • 1 change

3h 19m • 1 change

3h 18m • 1 change

3h 32m • 1 change

3h 29m • 1 change

3h 32m • 1 change

3h 29m • 1 change

3h 32m • 1 change

3h 31m • 1 change

3h 18m • 1 change

3h 14m • 1 change

3h 23m • 1 change

3h 24m • 1 change

3h 32m • 1 change

3h 44m • 1 change

3h 32m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Hamilton to Aberdeen? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Hamilton station and arriving at Aberdeen station via Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.
Hamilton to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.
Hamilton to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.
Book your Hamilton to Aberdeen train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Hamilton and Aberdeen is 193.9 km. The road distance is 264 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 2h 43m.