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193 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Edinburgh to Aberdeen

Composite routes from Edinburgh to Aberdeen

Cheapest
2 h 13 min
Car
193 km.
from $10
Other
3 h 5 min
Bus
149 km.
from €17.39

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Dundee
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$20.25
Bus from Dundee to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

Megabus UK

Email:
enquiries@megabus.com
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.72–$26.58

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
info@citylink.co.uk
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.24–$54.43
Bus from Queensferry Street to Union
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.78–$47.83

Ember

Phone:
+44 (0)131 510 4007
Email:
ride@ember.to
Website:
ember.to/
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
3h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Bus from Queensferry Street to Union
Ave. Duration:
3h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Edinburgh to Aberdeenshire
Ave. Duration:
2h 42m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.92–$21.52

Train operators

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$253.16

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
customers@lner.co.uk
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$107.59–$164.55

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$49.37–$107.59

Caledonian Sleeper

Phone:
+44 141 555 0888
Website:
sleeper.scot/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
3h 6m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$120.25

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port)?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port) is to rideshare which costs $11.96 - $18.48 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port)?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port) is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs $38.04 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Aberdeen (Port)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station station and arriving at Aberdeen Coach Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Aberdeen (Port)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Aberdeen. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port)?

The distance between Edinburgh and Aberdeen (Port) is 206 km. The road distance is 193.4 km.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port) without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port) without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs $42.39 - $217.39 .

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port)?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen takes 2h 20m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port) bus from?

Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port) bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port) train from?

Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port) train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port)?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port) is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs $42.39 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17.39 - $25 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port) bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port) bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Aberdeen Coach Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port) train arrive?

Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port) train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port)?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port) is 193 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port).

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port)?

Book your Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port) train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port)?

Book your Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port) bus tickets online with Omio, Distribusion and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Aberdeen (Port)?

There are 584+ hotels available in Aberdeen (Port). Prices start at $51.34 per night.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Edinburgh and Aberdeen (Port). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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