The average train between Aberdeen and Livingston takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Aberdeen to Livingston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Aberdeen and Livingston. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberdeen is at 9:35 PM which arrives into Livingston at 12:15 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 10m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Aberdeen to Livingston? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Livingston. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen station and arriving at Livingston station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.
Aberdeen to Livingston train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Aberdeen station.
Aberdeen to Livingston train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Haymarket station.
Book your Aberdeen to Livingston train tickets online with Cross Country, ScotRail and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Aberdeen and Livingston is 163.3 km. The road distance is 226 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Aberdeen to Haymarket every 2 hours. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 24m. Two other operators also service this route.