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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port) is to bus which costs £6 - £17 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port) is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £29 - £45.

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

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

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

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 to Aberdeen (Port)?

The distance between Edinburgh and Aberdeen (Port) is 129 miles. The road distance is 120.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port) without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £8 - £80.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port)?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port) is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £8 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £17 and takes 3h 30m.

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port)?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port) is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port).

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Aberdeen (Port)?

There are 661+ hotels available in Aberdeen (Port).

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

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

Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port) - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port) 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 Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
2h 20m
£8–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
3h 30m
£6–17
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh to Aberdeenshirerideshare 119.9 mi
2h 42m
£10–14
Train via Cupar
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cupartrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
2. Take the train from Cupar to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
3h 25m
£29–166
Drive 119.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port)car 119.5 mi
2h 17m
£30–43

Edinburgh to Aberdeen (Port) by train

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2h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 128 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen every 2 hours. Tickets cost £16–55 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Union Square Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £6–17 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Ember also services this route every 30 minutes.

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