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Aberdeen to Bishop Auckland by train
| First train | 05:57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:24 | |
| Departure station | Aberdeen | |
| Arrival station | Bishop Auckland | |
| Journey time | From 5h 27m | |
| Distance | 173 miles (278 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway |
Taking the train from Aberdeen to Bishop Auckland in 5 hours 27 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Aberdeen to Bishop Auckland? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 8 hours 12 minutes to travel the 173 miles (278 km) from Aberdeen to Bishop Auckland by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 27 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 10 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail or TransPennine Express to Bishop Auckland. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Aberdeen to Bishop Auckland 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 Bishop Auckland by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Aberdeen to Bishop Auckland
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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 Aberdeen to Bishop Auckland 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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