Inverness to Aberdeen train prices and times
Looking to travel from Inverness to Aberdeen? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £37.90, with average prices for this route around £5.00.
To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
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Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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04:54 Inverness | 07:06 Aberdeen | 2h 12m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:49 Inverness | 08:05 Aberdeen | 2h 16m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:59 Inverness | 09:36 Aberdeen | 2h 37m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:56 Inverness | 11:23 Aberdeen | 2h 27m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
10:56 Inverness | 13:09 Aberdeen | 2h 13m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
12:39 Inverness | 15:01 Paris | 2h 22m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Inverness to Aberdeen train route details
Inverness to Aberdeen train travel guide
Departing from Inverness
Inverness Station serves as the gateway to the Scottish Highlands, with direct train services to destinations such as Edinburgh, Glasgow, and London. Operated by ScotRail, Inverness Station offers a variety of amenities, including cafes and retail outlets, ensuring a comfortable departure for all travellers. Its location in the heart of the city makes it easy to explore Inverness’s attractions, such as the Inverness Castle or the scenic River Ness, before you embark on your journey.
A look at your journey to Aberdeen
ScotRail primarily operates frequent and direct train services from Inverness to Aberdeen, offering some of the fastest travel options for this route with ten stops, covering a distance of approximately 83 miles (134 km). The quickest journeys can take as little as 2h 13m, with typical travel times ranging from 2h 15m to 2h 30m.
Ticket prices are generally around £5.00, although fares can be as low as £37.90 when booked in advance or during off-peak periods. Along this scenic route, passengers can enjoy popular stops such as Nairn, Elgin, Keith, and Huntly.
Touching down in Aberdeen
Arriving at Aberdeen Station offers immediate access to the city’s vibrant centre. From here, visitors can easily reach the Maritime Museum to explore Aberdeen’s rich seafaring history or stroll along Union Street for shopping and dining. Frequent local bus services and taxis outside the station make it simple to travel to the Beach Esplanade or head further afield to explore the rugged beauty of Aberdeenshire.
How to book cheap train tickets from Inverness to Aberdeen

Travelling in off-peak train times

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Group travels to save 1/3
Inverness to Aberdeen train ticket types
There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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