What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh is to bus via Brebner Terrace which costs £14 - £20 and takes 4h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen City and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Bonnyview Drive and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen City 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 30m.

How far is it from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh?

The distance between Aberdeen City and Edinburgh is 129 miles. The road distance is 122.8 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £35 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh?

The train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverley takes 2h 30m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen City to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aberdeen City to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £27 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Aberdeen City to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberdeen City to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen City to Edinburgh is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh?

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There are 4 ways to get from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2h 30m
£35–110
Bus via Brebner Terrace
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to George Streetbus Ember
4h 47m
£14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
4h 1m
£16–27
Drive 122.1 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen City to Edinburghcar 122.1 mi
2h 18m
£30–43

Aberdeen City to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 127.9 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Aberdeen City, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

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. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £16–27 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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