Aberdeen to Didcot Parkway by train
| First train | 07:20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:43 | |
| Departure station | Aberdeen | |
| Arrival station | Didcot Parkway | |
| Journey time | From 9h 8m | |
| Distance | 384 miles (618 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway |
Taking the train from Aberdeen to Didcot Parkway in 9 hours 8 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Aberdeen to Didcot Parkway? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 12 hours 35 minutes to travel the 384 miles (618 km) from Aberdeen to Didcot Parkway by train, although you can get there in as little as 9 hours 8 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 2 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 Great Western Railway to Didcot Parkway. 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 Didcot Parkway 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 Didcot Parkway by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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