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.
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.
The sleeper cars offer three comfort categories: Classic Room with two bunk beds and a washbasin, Club Room with private bathroom and shower, and the luxurious Caledonian Double with a double bed and private bathroom. In addition, seating cars are available for budget-conscious travelers.
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.
Yes, in the Classic Room, adjacent compartments can be connected by a connecting door to form a sort of suite. This is particularly convenient for families with children. Additionally, each part of the train typically includes an accessible sleeper car with wheelchair-friendly compartments.
The Caledonian Sleeper also offers seating cars as the most economical option. Prices start at less than 100 euros, while a sleeper car is significantly more expensive. The seating cars are particularly interesting for budget-conscious travelers and those with bicycles, as bicycle spaces are available here.
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.