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Aberdeen to Manchester

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  1. on time
    Aberdeen
    Platform 4 estimated
    13:12
    Aberdeen
    Platform 4 estimated
    15:33
    Edinburgh (Waverley)
    Platform 15 estimated
    16:12
    Edinburgh (Waverley)
    Platform 11 estimated
    19:27
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 13 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 13 estimated
    1 change
    Peak
  2. on time
    Aberdeen
    Platform 4 estimated
    13:12
    Aberdeen
    Platform 4 estimated
    15:33
    Edinburgh (Waverley)
    Platform 15 estimated
    16:12
    Edinburgh (Waverley)
    Platform 11 estimated
    18:47
    Preston (Lancs)
    Platform 6 estimated
    18:55
    Preston (Lancs)
    Platform 4 estimated
    19:35
    Salford Crescent
    Platform 1
    19:40
    Salford Crescent
    Platform 1
    19:46
    Manchester Victoria
    Platform 6 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Victoria
    Platform 6 estimated
    3 changes
    Peak
  3. on time
    Aberdeen
    Platform 4 estimated
    13:12
    Aberdeen
    Platform 4 estimated
    15:33
    Edinburgh (Waverley)
    Platform 15 estimated
    16:12
    Edinburgh (Waverley)
    Platform 11 estimated
    18:47
    Preston (Lancs)
    Platform 6 estimated
    19:08
    Preston (Lancs)
    Platform 1 estimated
    19:59
    Manchester Victoria
    Platform 5 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Victoria
    Platform 5 estimated
    2 changes
    Peak
  5. on time
    Aberdeen
    Platform 4 estimated
    13:12
    Aberdeen
    Platform 4 estimated
    15:33
    Edinburgh (Waverley)
    Platform 15 estimated
    16:33
    Edinburgh (Waverley)
    Platform 7 estimated
    20:21
    Manchester Victoria
    Platform 3 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Victoria
    Platform 3 estimated
    1 change
    Peak
  6. on time
    Aberdeen
    Platform 3 estimated
    13:56
    Aberdeen
    Platform 3 estimated
    16:31
    Edinburgh (Waverley)
    Platform 15 estimated
    16:52
    Edinburgh (Waverley)
    Platform 9 estimated
    18:08
    Carlisle
    Platform 4 estimated
    18:34
    Carlisle
    Platform 4 estimated
    20:24
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 13 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 13 estimated
    2 changes
    Peak
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    Aberdeen
    Platform 5 estimated
    14:52
    Aberdeen
    Platform 5 estimated
    19:00
    Newcastle
    Platform 3 estimated
    19:09
    Newcastle
    Platform 4 estimated
    21:22
    Manchester Victoria
    Platform 3 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Victoria
    Platform 3 estimated
    1 change
    Peak
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    Aberdeen
    Platform 3 estimated
    16:00
    Aberdeen
    Platform 3 estimated
    18:33
    Edinburgh (Waverley)
    Platform 17 estimated
    18:52
    Edinburgh (Waverley)
    Platform 8 estimated
    21:14
    Preston (Lancs)
    Platform 4 estimated
    21:23
    Preston (Lancs)
    Platform 2 estimated
    22:19
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 13 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 13 estimated
    2 changes
    Peak
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    Aberdeen
    Platform 3 estimated
    16:00
    Aberdeen
    Platform 3 estimated
    18:33
    Edinburgh (Waverley)
    Platform 17 estimated
    19:30
    Edinburgh (Waverley)
    Platform 7 estimated
    23:23
    Manchester Victoria
    Platform 4 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Victoria
    Platform 4 estimated
    1 change
    Peak
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    Aberdeen
    Platform 6S estimated
    17:15
    Aberdeen
    Platform 6S estimated
    19:38
    Edinburgh (Waverley)
    Platform 17 estimated
    20:11
    Edinburgh (Waverley)
    Platform 11 estimated
    23:24
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 13 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 13 estimated
    1 change
    Peak
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    Aberdeen
    Platform 4 estimated
    19:16
    Aberdeen
    Platform 4 estimated
    21:34
    Edinburgh (Waverley)
    Platform 20 estimated
    22:12
    Edinburgh (Waverley)
    Platform 10 estimated
    01:40
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 13 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 13 estimated
    1 change
    Peak
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Journey information from Aberdeen to Manchester

  • Train Fares from: £22.20
  • Fastest route:
  • Slowest route:
  • Average journey time:
  • Changes: 1 to 3

  • How long does it take to travel from Aberdeen to Manchester by train?

    The average journey time between Aberdeen and Manchester is . On an average weekday, there are 66 trains travelling from Aberdeen to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays.

    Avg. Duration

  • What is the fastest journey from Aberdeen to Manchester by train?

    The fastest journey time by train is .

  • How much does the train from Aberdeen to Manchester cost?

    Train tickets from Aberdeen to Manchester can start from as little as £22.20 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.

  • Are there direct trains from Aberdeen to Manchester?

    No, it is not possible to travel from Aberdeen to Manchester without having to change trains. Use our journey planner above to get direct train times from Aberdeen to Manchester.

    No direct trains possible

  • What is the distance between Aberdeen and Manchester?

    The distance between Aberdeen and Manchester is 253 miles.

    Distance: 253 miles

  • What time is the first train from Aberdeen to Manchester?

    The first train from Aberdeen to Manchester departs at .

    What time is the last train from Aberdeen to Manchester?

    The last train from Aberdeen to Manchester departs at .

    First train
    Last train
    No sleeper services are available. There may also be fewer services on weekends and public holidays; use the Journey Planner above to search for a specific train on your chosen travel date.

  • If you're like us, you've probably seen the sheer number of ticket types available in the UK and wondered ''Why are there so many?!'' Well, luckily we've put together a handy guide to all the variations of train ticket you may encounter on your travels.

    Our guide to ticket types:
    *Please note that not all types of train tickets are available for every journey. Factors such as the time, date and train company you'll be using can affect the availability of each one.

Aberdeen to Manchester timetable

Check out the next trains departing from Aberdeen to Manchester for Friday 28th Feb 2020. For the full train timetable, or to search for a later time or date, click here.

DepartsArrivesDuration
13:1219:276h 15m, 1 change
13:1219:466h 34m, 3 changes
13:1219:596h 47m, 2 changes
13:1220:217h 9m, 1 change
13:5620:246h 28m, 2 changes
14:5221:226h 30m, 1 change
16:0022:196h 19m, 2 changes
16:0023:237h 23m, 1 change
17:1523:246h 9m, 1 change
19:1601:406h 24m, 1 change

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Manchester to Aberdeen.

How to find cheap train tickets from Aberdeen to Manchester

Did you know that most train companies in the UK increase their prices as the departure date approaches? Our aim is to help you save – we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets, and even tell you when the prices are likely to increase with Price Prediction.

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**Average savings on Advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.
‡Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.

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