What is the cheapest way to get from Kent to Aberdeen?

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Aberdeen is to train and bus which costs £40 - £160 and takes 15h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kent to Aberdeen?

The fastest way to get from Kent to Aberdeen is to train and fly which takes 5h 4m and costs £65 - £270.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Aberdeen via Ashford International, King's Cross and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

How far is it from Kent to Aberdeen?

The distance between Kent and Aberdeen is 588 miles. The road distance is 538 miles.

How do I travel from Kent to Aberdeen without a car?

The best way to get from Kent to Aberdeen without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 8h 40m and costs £90 - £310.

How long does it take to get from Kent to Aberdeen?

It takes approximately 8h 40m to get from Kent to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Aberdeen train from?

Kent to Aberdeen train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Where does the Kent to Aberdeen train arrive?

Kent to Aberdeen train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Kent to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Aberdeen is 538 miles. It takes approximately 9h 32m to drive from Kent to Aberdeen.

How do I get a train ticket from Kent to Aberdeen?

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Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

There are 661+ hotels available in Aberdeen.

Kent to Aberdeen - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Kent to Aberdeen by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain
8h 40m
£92–304
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Aberdeen Bus Stationbus Ukn11
15h 47m
£44–160
Drive 534.9 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Aberdeencar 534.9 mi
9h 32m
£131–190
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LGW - ABZ
5h 26m
£54–221
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Aberdeentrain London Kings Cross - Aberdeen
9h 43m
£114–308
Train, train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Lenham to Ashford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LHR - ABZ
5h 33m
£92–360
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LTN - ABZ
5h 4m
£66–270
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain
7h 4m
£119–373
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LGW - INV
4. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Aberdeentrain
7h 38m
£74–244
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain
7h 20m
£125–383

Kent to Aberdeen by train

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8h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 584.3 mi
Duration: 8h 40m

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Aberdeen via Ashford International, London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 8h 40m.

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