Rainhill to Aberdeen by train
| First train | 06:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:41 | |
| Departure station | Rainhill | |
| Arrival station | Aberdeen | |
| Journey time | From 6h 27m | |
| Distance | 259 miles (417 km) | |
| Frequency | 13 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway |
Taking the train from Rainhill to Aberdeen in 6 hours 27 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Rainhill to Aberdeen? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 9 hours 40 minutes to travel the 259 miles (417 km) from Rainhill to Aberdeen by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 27 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 13 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or ScotRail to Aberdeen. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Rainhill to Aberdeen in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Aberdeen by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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