The average train between Aberdeen and Midlothian takes 3h 44m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Aberdeen to Midlothian. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Aberdeen and Midlothian. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberdeen is at 9:35 PM which arrives into Midlothian at 6:41 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Midlothian. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen station and arriving at Midlothian station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.
Aberdeen to Midlothian train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Aberdeen station.
Aberdeen to Midlothian train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
Book your Aberdeen to Midlothian train tickets online with Cross Country, ScotRail and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Aberdeen and Midlothian is 157.8 km. The road distance is 224 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverley every 2 hours. Tickets cost £55–110 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Three other operators also service this route.