The average train between Preston and Aberdeen takes 5h 42m and the fastest train takes 5h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston 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 every 4 hours between Preston and Aberdeen. The earliest departure is at 12:35 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 7:55 PM which arrives into Aberdeen at 10:51 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Preston to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Aberdeen station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.
Preston to Aberdeen train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Aberdeen train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Aberdeen station.
Book your Preston to Aberdeen train tickets online with Caledonian Sleeper, Avanti West Coast and 4 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Aberdeen is 377.9 km. The road distance is 511 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Aberdeen via Edinburgh Waverley in around 5h 36m.