Night train from Aberdeen to London
There currently is one option to travel by night train from Aberdeen (United Kingdom) to London (United Kingdom), taking between approximately 10 and 12 hours: Namely the Highlander SB (A) operated by Caledonian Sleeper.
Caledonian Sleeper
The Caledonian Sleeper is a night train connecting London with different Scottish cities. Passengers can choose between comfortable sleeper compartments and more affordable seating options. The network includes the Lowlander to Glasgow and Edinburgh as well as the Highlander, which travels to the far north of Scotland to Aberdeen, Inverness, and Fort William.
What sleeper classes are available?
The train offers three types of sleeper compartments: Classic Room (entry-level with bunk beds and washbasin), Club Room (like Classic, but with private toilet and shower) and Caledonian Double (luxury class with double bed and private bathroom). For those who want to travel at lower cost, seating cars are also available.
Is there a restaurant car and what about breakfast?
The train features a restaurant car called the Club Car, which is open in the evening and morning. The breakfast menu includes a traditional Scottish breakfast. Guests in Club Room and Caledonian Double have priority access and also receive breakfast included in their fare.
Can compartments be combined for families?
The Classic Rooms have connecting doors, allowing adjacent compartments to be connected for families or small groups. Also worth mentioning is the Family Ticket with discounted rates for two or three adjoining compartments. Accessible compartments are also available for passengers with reduced mobility.
Are there seating cars?
Yes, in addition to sleeper cars, the Caledonian Sleeper also carries seating cars. These offer the most economical travel option on the train. The seating cars have bicycle spaces and are suitable for travelers with smaller budgets.
How are the washing facilities equipped?
Regarding sanitary facilities, all sleeper compartments have at least a washbasin. Club Rooms and Caledonian Doubles go beyond this and feature a private bathroom with toilet and shower. Travelers in Classic Rooms use the shared toilets at the end of the car. The train also includes accessible compartments with adapted sanitary facilities.