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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

Composite routes from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

Cheapest
2 h 13 min
Car
193 km.
from $10
Other
2 h 59 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 Union Square Bus Station to Queensferry
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.25–$30.38

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
info@citylink.co.uk
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Union Square Bus Station to Queensferry
Ave. Duration:
2h 59m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.24–$55.69

Ember

Phone:
+44 (0)131 510 4007
Email:
ride@ember.to
Website:
ember.to/
Bus from Union Square Bus Station to Queensferry
Ave. Duration:
3h 31m
Frequency:
Hourly

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Aberdeenshire to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 43m
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 Aberdeen to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
6 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 Aberdeen to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
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 Aberdeen to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$49.37–$107.59

Caledonian Sleeper

Phone:
+44 141 555 0888
Website:
sleeper.scot/
Train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$120.25

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Edinburgh is to rideshare which costs $11.96 - $18.48 and takes 2h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $38.04 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Union Square Bus Station station and arriving at Queensferry Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?

The distance between Aberdeen and Edinburgh is 206 km. The road distance is 193 km.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs $42.39 - $217.39 .

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?

The train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverley takes 2h 21m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Edinburgh bus from?

Aberdeen to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Edinburgh train from?

Aberdeen to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs $42.39 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17.39 - $26.09 and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, arrive at Queensferry Street station.

What is the time difference between Aberdeen and Edinburgh?

It is currently 19:11 at both, Aberdeen and Edinburgh.

Where does the Aberdeen to Edinburgh train arrive?

Aberdeen to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Edinburgh is 193 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Aberdeen to Edinburgh.

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

Book your Aberdeen to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Aberdeen to Edinburgh bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2157+ hotels available in Edinburgh. Prices start at $44.14 per night.

Can I share a ride from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?

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