The average train between Mallaig and Aberdeen takes 11h and the fastest train takes 8h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Mallaig 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 3 times a day between Mallaig and Aberdeen. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mallaig is at 4:05 PM which arrives into Aberdeen at 12:24 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 11h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Mallaig to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Mallaig station and arriving at Aberdeen station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h.
Mallaig to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Mallaig station.
Mallaig to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.
Book your Mallaig to Aberdeen train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Mallaig and Aberdeen is 226 km. The road distance is 491 km.
You can take a train from Mallaig to Aberdeen via Glasgow Queen Street in around 9h 3m.