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Dundee to Aberdeen Trains
Travel across Scotland in style
Relax and watch the beautiful scenery of the Scottish coast fly past the windows as you speed between Dundee and Aberdeen. Enjoy our excellent range of refreshments, or catch forty winks in our comfy seats. With LNER, you'll arrive in style - and with a little extra spending money in your pocket!
Average travel time
1h 14m
Distance
58 miles
Cheapest train tickets from Dundee to Aberdeen
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Things to do in Aberdeen
A city break to majestic Aberdeen promises to exceed all expectations.
Taste the highest quality of food and drink, enjoy fantastic events running throughout the year, and visit gorgeous parks and old towns that make for scenic viewing all year round.
Aberdeen Art Gallery
Aberdeen Art GalleryAberdeen Art Gallery is home to one of the finest collections in the UK, featuring the works of internationally acclaimed artists and important Scottish artists.
Aberdeen Maritime Museum
Aberdeen Maritime MuseumThis museum tells the story of the city's long relationship with the sea. The Maritime Museum houses a unique collection covering shipbuilding, fast sailing ships, fishing, and port history. It is also the only place in the UK where you can see displays on the North Sea oil and gas industry.
Aberdeen Science Centre
Aberdeen Science CentreOver 60 interactive exhibits await visitors, including The OPITO Theatre of Energy - the UK's first immersive experience of its kind - and RoboThespian, a chatty humanoid robot sponsored by the centre's Digital Futures Partner, Equinor.
Aberdeen Art Gallery
Aberdeen Art GalleryAberdeen Art Gallery is home to one of the finest collections in the UK, featuring the works of internationally acclaimed artists and important Scottish artists.
Aberdeen Maritime Museum
Aberdeen Maritime MuseumThis museum tells the story of the city's long relationship with the sea. The Maritime Museum houses a unique collection covering shipbuilding, fast sailing ships, fishing, and port history. It is also the only place in the UK where you can see displays on the North Sea oil and gas industry.
Aberdeen Science Centre
Aberdeen Science CentreOver 60 interactive exhibits await visitors, including The OPITO Theatre of Energy - the UK's first immersive experience of its kind - and RoboThespian, a chatty humanoid robot sponsored by the centre's Digital Futures Partner, Equinor.
Get a little extra with your journey
Not only will you never pay a booking fee when you book your ticket with LNER, you can also sign up for LNER Perks.
When you sign up for Perks, you'll get:
Get £5 free to spend on your next journey
2% back on all LNER journeys
Download the LNER app or find out more about LNER Perks and sign up today.
How to book cheap tickets for a Dundee to Aberdeen train
Book your Dundee to Aberdeen train in advance
Book in advanceBuying your Dundee to Aberdeen train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Save 1/3 on your train from Dundee to Aberdeen with a Railcard
RailcardsA Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
Use our Deal Finder for the cheapest Dundee to Aberdeen trains
Get the LNER AppAccess the best train fares between Dundee and Aberdeen easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
Book your Dundee to Aberdeen train in advance
Book in advanceBuying your Dundee to Aberdeen train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Save 1/3 on your train from Dundee to Aberdeen with a Railcard
RailcardsA Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
Use our Deal Finder for the cheapest Dundee to Aberdeen trains
Get the LNER AppAccess the best train fares between Dundee and Aberdeen easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
* Saving average based on all Standard Advance tickets bought on the LNER website and App at least four weeks before you travel vs buying any Standard ticket on the day you travel.
Take the train from Dundee to Aberdeen with LNER
Taking the train from Dundee to Aberdeen is quick and easy with LNER.
Covering a distance of 58 miles, our trains to Aberdeen from Dundee take just 1h 14m.
Once on-board, you'll be able to order food directly to your seat, browse the internet with free Wi-Fi, and charge your phone with a plug at every table.
And for a more luxurious Dundee to Aberdeen train journey, travel First Class – with wider seats, complimentary food and drinks, and use of our First Class lounge at Aberdeen.
Related FAQs
Are there direct trains between Dundee and Aberdeen?
Are there direct trains between Dundee and Aberdeen?
Direct LNER trains travel from Dundee to Aberdeen with a travel time of just over 1h 14m.
During the week, there are approximately 4 direct LNER trains per day between 09:46 and 22:53.
Which rail lines go through Aberdeen?
Which rail lines go through Aberdeen?
Train lines running through Aberdeen station are LNER, CrossCountry, ScotRail, and Caledonian Sleeper.
Can you buy a Season Ticket between Dundee and Aberdeen?
Can you buy a Season Ticket between Dundee and Aberdeen?
Unfortunately, Season Tickets are unavailable for this particular journey.
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
We don't offer a student discount however, you can purchase a 16-25 Railcard and save 1/3 on train tickets.
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
Cancelled train
In the rare event that your train is cancelled, we offer full refunds (assuming you don't take an alternative train). Be sure to apply for the refund within 28 days of the cancelled journey date.
If you meet these conditions, follow these steps for your refund:
- Swipe down the page and click on ‘Amend journey’ or ‘Request a refund’
- Notify us of the reason for the refund request by pressing 'My train was cancelled' and then ‘Continue’
- Enter your details and submit your request
Already collected your tickets or had them posted to you?
If you’ve already received your printed tickets, you'll need to fill in our Change of Plans form and follow the instructions included.
Was your train delayed by at least 30 minutes?
On our Delay Repay page, you can learn about compensation if your train is delayed. For future LNER journeys, book through our website or app, then choose One-Click Delay Repay to ensure claiming for a delayed journey is as easy as possible.
