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Outbound fromMontrose to Aberdeen by train
It takes an average of 43m to travel from Montrose to Aberdeen by train, over a distance of around 33 miles (53 km). There are normally 48 trains per day travelling from Montrose to Aberdeen and tickets for this journey start from £6 when you book in advance.
How to travel from Montrose to Aberdeen by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Montrose to Aberdeen? Look no further.
You'll usually find 48 trains per day running between Montrose and Aberdeen, which usually take 43 minutes to complete the 33 miles (53 km) journey. It can take as little as 35 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. Both London North Eastern Railway and ScotRail trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Montrose to Aberdeen start from £6.00 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Aberdeen? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
FAQs about the train journey from Montrose to Aberdeen
Want to know more about your journey from Montrose to Aberdeen? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Montrose to Aberdeen
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Montrose to Aberdeen is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.