How to get from Glasgow Central Station to Aberdeen by train?

From Glasgow Central Station to Aberdeen by train

Take one direct train from Glasgow Central Station to Aberdeen in Scotland: take the SCOTRAIL train from Glasgow Queen Street station to Aberdeen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 180 min. The train schedule from Glasgow Central Station may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Aberdeen on the Moovit app.

180min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Glasgow Queen Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    560 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 3
    Ride to train station Aberdeen
    Ride to train station
    Aberdeen
    167 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Glasgow Central Station to Aberdeen

The distance between Glasgow Central Station, Scotland and Aberdeen, Scotland is approximately 248.93 km, which can typically be travelled in 180 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Glasgow Central Station to Aberdeen by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train timetable from Glasgow Central Station to Aberdeen

To check the train timetable from Glasgow Central Station to Aberdeen using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Glasgow Central Station) and destination (Aberdeen), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow Central Station to Aberdeen?

    The fastest way takes 180 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL.

  • Is there a direct train between Glasgow Central Station and Aberdeen?

    Yes, there’s a direct train going from Glasgow Central Station in Glasgow to Aberdeen in Scotland in 180 min.

  • Which train line goes from Glasgow Central Station to Aberdeen?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Glasgow Queen Street station near Glasgow Central Station in Glasgow to Aberdeen station near Aberdeen in Scotland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Glasgow Central Station to Aberdeen by train?

    The total travel time between Glasgow Central Station in Glasgow and Aberdeen in Scotland by train is about 180 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Glasgow Central Station to get to Aberdeen?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Glasgow Queen Street station near Glasgow Central Station in Glasgow.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Glasgow Central Station and Aberdeen?

    Get off the train at the Aberdeen station, which is closest to Aberdeen in Scotland.

  • When is the first train from Glasgow Central Station to Aberdeen?

    The first train from Glasgow Central Station in Glasgow to Aberdeen in Scotland is ScotRail. It leaves the Glasgow Queen Street station at 06:51.

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