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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen (Port) to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £6 - £21 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen (Port) to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £29 - £45.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Union Square Bus Station station and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 25m.

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

The distance between Aberdeen (Port) and Edinburgh is 129 miles. The road distance is 120.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen (Port) to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £8 - £80.

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

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

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

Aberdeen (Port) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Aberdeen (Port) to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Aberdeen (Port) to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £8 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £21 and takes 3h 25m.

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

Aberdeen (Port) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

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

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

Can I drive from Aberdeen (Port) to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen (Port) to Edinburgh is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Aberdeen (Port) to Edinburgh.

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2452+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

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

Aberdeen (Port) to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

There are 4 ways to get from Aberdeen (Port) to Edinburgh by train, bus, rideshare, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2h 21m
£8–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
3h 25m
£6–21
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Aberdeenshire to Edinburghrideshare 120.3 mi
2h 43m
£10–14
Drive 120 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen (Port) to Edinburghcar 120 mi
2h 15m
£30–43

Aberdeen (Port) to Edinburgh by train

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2h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 128 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Aberdeen (Port), Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverley every 3 hours. Tickets cost £16–55 and the journey takes 2h 21m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £6–21 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Ember also services this route every 30 minutes.

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