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Pwllheli to Aberdeen by train

First train

06:24

Last train

19:26

Departure station

Pwllheli

Arrival station

Aberdeen

Journey time

From 11h 10m

Distance

308 miles (496 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales

How to travel from Pwllheli to Aberdeen by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Pwllheli to Aberdeen? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Pwllheli and Aberdeen, which usually take 14 hours 43 minutes to complete the 308 miles (496 km) journey. It can take as little as 11 hours 10 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Aberdeen by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or ScotRail are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Pwllheli to Aberdeen if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Aberdeen? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Pwllheli 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 Pwllheli and Aberdeen by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Pwllheli to Aberdeen is 11 hours and 10 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Pwllheli to Aberdeen?

No, there are no direct train services from Pwllheli to Aberdeen. Travelling from Pwllheli to Aberdeen by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

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

The first train from Pwllheli to Aberdeen leaves at 06:24. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Pwllheli to Aberdeen leaves at 19:26. 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 Pwllheli and Aberdeen by train?

Trains travelling from Pwllheli to Aberdeen cover a distance of around 308 miles (496 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

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

Cheap train tickets from Pwllheli 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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