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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Edinburgh Castle to Aberdeen

Composite routes from Edinburgh Castle to Aberdeen

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

Transport providers

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

Bus operators

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Queensferry Street to Union
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$40.50–$55.69

Ember

Phone:
+44 (0)131 510 4007
Email:
Website:
ember.to/
Bus from George Street to Adelphi
Ave. Duration:
3h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly

Train operators

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
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:
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:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$49.37–$107.59

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Aberdeen is to rideshare which costs $11.96 - $18.48 and takes 2h 50m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Aberdeen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Queensferry Street and arriving at Union Square Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Castle and Aberdeen?

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 Castle to Aberdeen?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Aberdeen is 207 km. The road distance is 193.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs $42.39 - $217.39 .

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

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

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

Edinburgh Castle to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

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

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh Castle to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Aberdeen is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs $42.39 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $34.78 - $47.83 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Adelphi station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Aberdeen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Aberdeen?

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

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

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

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

Book your Edinburgh Castle to Aberdeen bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

There are 586+ hotels available in Aberdeen. Prices start at $51.34 per night.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh Castle to Aberdeen?

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