Train from Plymouth to Aberdeen: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Plymouth to Aberdeen on 17 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Plymouth
AberdeenCheapestFastest
CrossCountryTrain
Plymouth
AberdeenNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 22:03 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Plymouth to Aberdeen

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Aberdeen. The journey takes about 23 hours 51 minutes and with fares starting at just £42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
23h 51mAverage duration
475 milesDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£42 - £125Average duration23h 51m
19kg CO₂e
Average price£290 - £363Average duration11h 14m
18kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Plymouth to Aberdeen by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Plymouth to Aberdeen?

    The cheapest train tickets from Plymouth to Aberdeen start from £290. The average price for this train route is around £358. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Plymouth to Aberdeen?

    The average train journey time from Plymouth to Aberdeen is 11h 14m, covering a distance of 474 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 11h 14m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators serve the Plymouth to Aberdeen route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Plymouth to Aberdeen?

    The earliest train from Plymouth to Aberdeen departs at 09:27. And the latest train departs at 09:27.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
12/12
£353
13/12
£325
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15/12
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16/12
£307
17/12
£95
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19/12
£343
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Plymouth to Aberdeen was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of £95

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Plymouth to Aberdeen as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £95 to £471 for a train ticket from Plymouth to Aberdeen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £95, which is on 2025-12-17.

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