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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh

Composite routes from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh

Cheapest
2 h 15 min
Car
195 km.
from $10

Transport providers

Bus operators

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
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:
Website:
ember.to/
Bus from Adelphi to George
Ave. Duration:
3h 41m
Frequency:
Hourly

Train operators

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
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:
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:
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 City to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh is to bus which costs $35.87 - $52.17 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $39.13 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen City and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Brebner Terrace and arriving at Queensferry Street via Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen City 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 City to Edinburgh?

The distance between Aberdeen City and Edinburgh is 206 km. The road distance is 197 km.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen City 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 City to Edinburgh?

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

Where do I catch the Aberdeen City to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberdeen City to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs $42.39 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35.87 - $52.17 and takes 4h 3m. There are no good options to fly between Aberdeen City to Edinburgh.

Where does the Aberdeen City to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberdeen City to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen City to Edinburgh is 197 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh.

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

Book your Aberdeen City to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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