The average train between Halifax and Aberdeen takes 7h 32m and the fastest train takes 6h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Halifax to Aberdeen. 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 every 2 hours between Halifax and Aberdeen. The earliest departure is at 6:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Halifax is at 10:53 PM which arrives into Aberdeen at 11:52 AM. All services require a transfer at York and take an average of 7h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 9m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Halifax to Aberdeen? 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 Halifax to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Halifax station and arriving at Aberdeen station via York station and Edinburgh Waverley station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.
Halifax to Aberdeen train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Halifax station.
Halifax to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.
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The distance between Halifax and Aberdeen is 381.4 km. The road distance is 511 km.
You can take a train from Halifax to Aberdeen via York and Edinburgh Waverley in around 6h 44m.