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Find the best prices from Manchester to Aberdeen
Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Manchester to Aberdeen, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
Manchester to Aberdeen train prices and times
Planning a journey from Manchester to Aberdeen? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £18.60, with average prices for this route around £26.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
16:25 Manchester Oxford Road | 23:09 Aberdeen | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
16:56 Deansgate | 23:09 Aberdeen | ![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
17:00 Manchester Victoria | 07:11 +1Aberdeen | ![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
17:00 Manchester Piccadilly | 07:50 +1Aberdeen | ![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
17:39 Deansgate | 00:32 +1Aberdeen | ![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
18:00 Manchester Piccadilly | 07:50 +1Paris | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
Manchester to Aberdeen train route details

First train
00:53

Last train
21:58

Journey time
5h 33m

Distance
254 miles

Price
£18.60*
How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Aberdeen

Travelling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester to Aberdeen. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Manchester to Aberdeen, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Aberdeen ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3
If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.
Manchester 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 tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the 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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.















