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Outbound fromPortlethen to Aberdeen by train
It takes an average of 12m to travel from Portlethen to Aberdeen by train, over a distance of around 6 miles (9 km). There are normally 21 trains per day travelling from Portlethen to Aberdeen and tickets for this journey start from £4.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 07:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:20 | |
| Departure station | Portlethen | |
| Arrival station | Aberdeen | |
| Journey time | From 10m | |
| Distance | 6 miles (9 km) | |
| Frequency | 21 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £4.90 | |
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Take the train from Portlethen to Aberdeen in 10 minutes
If you want to travel from Portlethen to Aberdeen by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Portlethen to Aberdeen by train to take around 12 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 10 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 21 trains per day running on this route, which spans 6 miles (9 km). There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Aberdeen. You can travel with ScotRail trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Portlethen to Aberdeen start from £4.90 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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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 Portlethen 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.
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