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Preston to Aberdeen train prices and times

Planning a journey from Preston to Aberdeen? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £25.50, with average prices for this route around £26.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
05:36 5h 23m, No direct Preston (Lancs)	10:59 Aberdeen	Find Tickets
07:54 5h 8m, No direct Preston (Lancs)	13:02 Aberdeen	Find Tickets
08:01 6h 8m, No direct Preston (Lancs)	14:09 Aberdeen	Find Tickets
08:14 5h 55m, No direct Preston (Lancs)	14:09 Aberdeen	Find Tickets
09:03 6h 18m, No direct Preston (Lancs)	15:21 Aberdeen	Find Tickets
09:41 5h 40m, No direct Preston (Lancs)	15:21 Paris	Find Tickets

Preston to Aberdeen train route details

First train

00:30

Last train

21:43

Departure station

Preston

Arrival station

Aberdeen

Journey time

4h 58m

Distance

379 km

Price

£25.50*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to Aberdeen

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Preston to Aberdeen. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Preston to Aberdeen for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Preston to Aberdeen, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Preston to Aberdeen more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Preston to Aberdeen train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Preston to Aberdeen train prices and times

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