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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeenshire to Edinburgh is to line 202 bus and bus which costs £18 - £27 and takes 5h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeenshire to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeenshire and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeenshire station to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Station Square and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Mount Street and Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeenshire and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeenshire to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Inverurie and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Aberdeenshire to Edinburgh?

The distance between Aberdeenshire and Edinburgh is 164 miles. The road distance is 118.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeenshire to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £130 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Aberdeenshire to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeenshire to Edinburgh bus from?

Aberdeenshire to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Mount Street station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeenshire to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdeenshire to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Aberdeenshire to Edinburgh is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £130 - £220. Alternatively, you can line 202 bus and bus, which costs £18 - £27 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Aberdeenshire to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberdeenshire to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberdeenshire to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeenshire to Edinburgh is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Aberdeenshire to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2837+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Aberdeenshire to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, line 202 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Aberdeenshire to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
4h 13m
£133–215
Line 202 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mount Street to Union Square Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
5h 34m
£18–27
Drive 118 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeenshire to Edinburghcar 118 mi
2h 23m
£29–42
Line 202 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mount Street to Union Square Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
5h 22m
£44–104
Bus
1. Take the bus from Banchory to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to George Streetbus Ember
7h 2m
£22–31

Aberdeenshire to Edinburgh by bus

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Distance: 163.2 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverley every 2 hours. Tickets cost £50–100 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Square to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Mount Street and Union Square Bus Station in around 5h 34m.

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