Railway stations of Aberdeen facts for kids

Aberdeen railway station is the main place where people catch trains in the city of Aberdeen, Scotland. It's a really important hub for travel, connecting Aberdeen to other parts of Scotland and the rest of the United Kingdom.

What is Aberdeen Railway Station?

The station we call "Aberdeen railway station" today is the main train station in the city. It's where you can get trains to places like Edinburgh, Glasgow, and even further south. It's a busy spot where people arrive and depart, making it a key part of Aberdeen's transport system.

A Bit of History

The current Aberdeen railway station used to be known as the Aberdeen Joint railway station. It was built to connect two important railway lines: the Great North of Scotland Railway and the Aberdeen Railway. This made it a central point for trains coming from different directions. Over time, it became the most important station in Aberdeen, and other smaller stations eventually closed down.

Other Stations in Aberdeen's Past

Long ago, Aberdeen had several other train stations, but most of them are not used for passenger trains anymore. Some of these old stations included:

• Aberdeen Guild Street railway station: This station was part of the original Aberdeen Railway, but it closed a long time ago.
• Aberdeen Waterloo railway station: This one is still around, but it's only used for freight trains now, carrying goods instead of people.
• Other smaller stations like Don Street, Holburn Street, and Kittybrewster also existed in different parts of the city, but they all closed as the main Aberdeen station grew.

Today, the main Aberdeen railway station is the only one serving passengers, making it the heart of train travel in the city.