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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 go 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 $41, 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 $166, you can find tickets starting at $166. The trip between the two cities usually takes about 430.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Preston by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Aberdeen to Preston?
The cheapest train tickets from Aberdeen to Preston start from $166. The average price for this train route is around $166. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Aberdeen to Preston?
The average train ride duration from Aberdeen to Preston is 6h 32m, covering a distance of 235 miles (379 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 32m and is operated by Caledonian Sleeper.
Which train operators service the Aberdeen to Preston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Aberdeen to Preston?
The earliest train departs from Aberdeen to Preston at 8:26pm. And the latest train departs at 9:43pm.
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 Jan 30, 2026 with a price of $163To 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.
You can expect to pay from $163 to $163 for a train ticket from Aberdeen to Preston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $163 which is on 2026-01-30.
