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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Aberdeen | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | CheapestFastest |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Aberdeen to Preston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Preston. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Caledonian Sleeper offers 1 daily trips from Aberdeen to Preston. Though the average price for this trip is £125, you can find tickets starting at £124. The trip between the two cities usually takes about 484.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Aberdeen to Preston 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 Aberdeen to Preston?
The cheapest train tickets from Aberdeen to Preston start from £124. The average price for this train route is around £124. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Aberdeen to Preston?
The average train journey time from Aberdeen to Preston is 8h 9m, covering a distance of 235 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 52m and is operated by Caledonian Sleeper.
Which train operators serve the Aberdeen to Preston route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Aberdeen to Preston?
The earliest train from Aberdeen to Preston departs at 20:26. And the latest train departs at 21:43.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Aberdeen to Preston was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £121To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Aberdeen to Preston as early as possible.
