What is the cheapest way to get from Ellon to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Ellon to Edinburgh is to line 10 bus and bus which costs £18 - £30 and takes 5h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ellon to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Ellon to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Ellon and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Ellon to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Town Hall and Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Ellon to Edinburgh?

The distance between Ellon and Edinburgh is 162 miles. The road distance is 137.4 miles.

How do I travel from Ellon to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Ellon to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £30 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Ellon to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Ellon to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ellon to Edinburgh bus from?

Ellon to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Town Hall station.

Train or bus from Ellon to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Ellon to Edinburgh is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £30 - £120. Alternatively, you can line 10 bus and bus, which costs £18 - £30 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Ellon to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Ellon to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ellon to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Ellon to Edinburgh is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Ellon to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2729+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Ellon to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, line 10 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ellon to Edinburgh by train, bus, 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 / ...
4h 27m
£34–113
Line 10 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Town Hall to Union Square Bus Stationbus 10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
5h 37m
£19–29
Drive 136.6 mi
1. Drive from Ellon to Edinburghcar 136.6 mi
2h 37m
£33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to George Streetbus Ember
6h 27m
£20–27

Ellon to Edinburgh by bus and train

94Weekly Services

4h 27mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ellon to Edinburgh.

Launch map view

Distance: 161.5 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Ellon, Aberdeenshire, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverley every 3 hours. Tickets cost £55–100 and the journey takes 2h 21m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Street to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Town Hall and Union Square Bus Station in around 5h 37m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.