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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Durham to Aberdeen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Aberdeen. The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Durham 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.
How much does a train ticket cost from Durham to Aberdeen?
The cheapest train tickets from Durham to Aberdeen start from £51. The average price for this train route is around £103. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Durham to Aberdeen?
The average train journey time from Durham to Aberdeen is 4h 42m, covering a distance of 165 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 16m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Durham to Aberdeen route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day, including services from London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Durham to Aberdeen?
The earliest train from Durham to Aberdeen departs at 08:20. And the latest train departs at 18:27.
Which is the best train operator from Durham to Aberdeen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Durham to Aberdeen?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Durham to Aberdeen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Durham to Aberdeen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Durham to Aberdeen was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £59To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Durham to Aberdeen as early as possible.
