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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Aberdeen takes 5h 46m and the fastest train takes 4h 40m. 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.

5h 46m
Duration
316 mi
Distance
£135
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Preston to Aberdeen train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Preston and Aberdeen. The earliest departure is at 7:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:09 PM which arrives into Aberdeen at 8:12 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)5h 11m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail11h 7m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)5h 6m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 59m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)5h 9m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)5h 6m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 59m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)5h 9m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)5h 6m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 46m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 59m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)5h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)5h 12m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 32m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 33m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country4h 40m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)5h 6m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 59m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)5h 9m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)5h 6m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 59m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)5h 9m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 54m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston 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.

Map of how to get from Preston to Aberdeen.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 315.8 mi
  • Duration: 5h 46m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Aberdeen via Haymarket in around 5h 35m.

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