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Dumbarton to Aberdeen Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Dumbarton to Aberdeen, starting from £86.80 and averaging £86.80. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 29m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
08:42 3h 52m, Changes required Dumbarton East	12:34 Aberdeen	Find Tickets
09:42 3h 44m, Changes required Dumbarton East	13:26 Aberdeen	Find Tickets
10:42 3h 40m, Changes required Dumbarton East	14:22 Aberdeen	Find Tickets
11:42 3h 35m, Changes required Dumbarton East	15:17 Aberdeen	Find Tickets
12:41 3h 46m, Changes required Dumbarton East	16:27 Aberdeen	Find Tickets
13:42 3h 48m, Changes required Dumbarton East	17:30 Paris	Find Tickets

Dumbarton to Aberdeen Train Route Details

First train

08:42

Last train

23:19

Departure station

Dumbarton

Arrival station

Aberdeen

Journey time

3h 29m

Distance

202 km

Price

£86.80*

Train operators

ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Dumbarton to Aberdeen

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Dumbarton to Aberdeen. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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 travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 Dumbarton 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Dumbarton to Aberdeen ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Dumbarton to Aberdeen more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Dumbarton 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:

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Dumbarton to Aberdeen Train prices and times

Dumbarton to Aberdeen Train Route Details