Train from Dundee to Aberdeen: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Dundee to Aberdeen on 1 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ScotRailTrain
Dundee
AberdeenCheapest
ScotRailTrain
Dundee
AberdeenFastest
ScotRailTrain
Dundee
AberdeenNo tags
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Dundee
AberdeenNo tags
ScotRailTrain
Dundee
AberdeenNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Dundee to Aberdeen

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Aberdeen. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day
1h 20mAverage duration
58 milesDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£8 - £28Average duration1h 20m
2kg CO₂e
Average price£10 - £62Average duration1h 24m
2kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£7 - £7Average duration1h 20m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dundee to Aberdeen by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Dundee to Aberdeen?

    The cheapest train tickets from Dundee to Aberdeen start from £10. The average price for this train route is around £18. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Dundee to Aberdeen?

    The average train journey time from Dundee to Aberdeen is 1h 24m, covering a distance of 60 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 6m and is operated by ScotRail.

  3. Which train operators serve the Dundee to Aberdeen route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 30 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dundee to Aberdeen?

    The earliest train from Dundee to Aberdeen departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 23:12.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Dundee to Aberdeen?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dundee to Aberdeen?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Dundee to Aberdeen?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dundee to Aberdeen?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
28/11
£17
29/11
£31
Today
£14
01/12
£17
02/12
£17
03/12
£17
04/12
£17
05/12
£15
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dundee to Aberdeen was searched and found on 30 Nov 2025 with a price of £14

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Dundee to Aberdeen as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £14 to £58 for a train ticket from Dundee to Aberdeen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £15, which is on 2025-12-05.

Usually ScotRail will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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