The average train between Aberdeen and West Lothian takes 2h 57m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Aberdeen to West Lothian. 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 West Lothian. 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 West Lothian at 12:15 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to West Lothian. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen station and arriving at West Lothian station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.
Aberdeen to West Lothian train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.
Aberdeen to West Lothian train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.
Book your Aberdeen to West Lothian train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Cross Country.
The distance between Aberdeen and West Lothian is 161.3 km. The road distance is 222 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Aberdeen to Haymarket every 2 hours. Tickets cost £55–110 and the journey takes 2h 24m. Two other operators also service this route.