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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Leith is to rideshare which costs £10 - £14 and takes 2h 43m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Leith?

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 and Leith?

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 Leith?

The distance between Aberdeen and Leith is 129 miles. The road distance is 121.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Leith without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £10 - £80.

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

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

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Leith bus from?

Aberdeen to Leith bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Leith train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Leith?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Leith is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £10 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £29 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Leith bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Leith bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Leith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Leith is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Aberdeen to Leith.

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

Book your Aberdeen to Leith train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Leith?

There are 2549+ hotels available in Leith.

Can I share a ride from Aberdeen to Leith?

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

Aberdeen to Leith - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Aberdeen to Leith 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 WaverleyAberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2h 21m
£10–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus StationUk092 / ...
3h 25m
£6–29
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Aberdeenshire to Edinburgh120.3 mi
2h 43m
£10–14
Bus via Foot of the Walk
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Queensferry StreetM92
3h 26m
£22–29
Drive 120.8 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Leith120.8 mi
2h 15m
£30–44

Aberdeen to Leith 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, Scotland and Leith, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverley every 3 hours. Tickets cost £23–55 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 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–18 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Two other operators also service this route.

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