| First train | 04:12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:12 | |
| Departure station | Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) | |
| Arrival station | Aberdeen | |
| Journey time | From 8h 9m | |
| Distance | 397 miles (639 km) | |
| Frequency | 38 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Heathrow Express, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
Want to travel from Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) to Aberdeen by train? Start your journey with us.
The train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) to Aberdeen usually takes 10 hours 38 minutes on average to travel 397 miles (639 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 8 hours 9 minutes. You can expect to find 38 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Aberdeen, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) to Aberdeen if you book in advance, travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
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