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Eastleigh to Aberdeen by train

First train

08:17

Last train

08:17

Departure station

Eastleigh

Arrival station

Aberdeen

Journey time

From 9h 47m

Distance

428 miles (688 km)

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, ScotRail, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast

Travelling from Eastleigh to Aberdeen by train

Looking to travel from Eastleigh to Aberdeen by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 9 hours 47 minutes to travel from Eastleigh to Aberdeen by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 9 hours 47 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 428 miles (688 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Aberdeen, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or South Western Railway to get to Aberdeen. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Eastleigh to Aberdeen in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Eastleigh to Aberdeen? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Eastleigh and Aberdeen by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Eastleigh to Aberdeen is 9 hours and 47 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Eastleigh to Aberdeen?

No, there are no direct train services from Eastleigh to Aberdeen. Travelling from Eastleigh to Aberdeen by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Eastleigh to Aberdeen leave?

The first train from Eastleigh to Aberdeen leaves at 08:17. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Eastleigh to Aberdeen leave?

The last train from Eastleigh to Aberdeen leaves at 08:17. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Eastleigh and Aberdeen by train?

Trains travelling from Eastleigh to Aberdeen cover a distance of around 428 miles (688 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

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

Cheap train tickets from Eastleigh to Aberdeen

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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.

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