What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh bus Station to Aberdeen?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh bus Station to Aberdeen is to rideshare which costs £10 - £14 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh bus Station to Aberdeen?

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

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh bus Station and Aberdeen?

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

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh bus Station and Aberdeen?

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 28m.

How far is it from Edinburgh bus Station to Aberdeen?

The distance between Edinburgh bus Station and Aberdeen is 129 miles. The road distance is 120.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh bus Station to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £29 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh bus Station to Aberdeen?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen takes 2h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh bus Station to Aberdeen train from?

Edinburgh bus Station to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh bus Station to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Edinburgh bus Station to Aberdeen is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £29 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £25 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Edinburgh bus Station to Aberdeen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh bus Station to Aberdeen train arrive?

Edinburgh bus Station to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh bus Station to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh bus Station to Aberdeen is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Edinburgh bus Station to Aberdeen.

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

Book your Edinburgh bus Station to Aberdeen train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh bus Station to Aberdeen?

Book your Edinburgh bus Station to Aberdeen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

There are 664+ hotels available in Aberdeen.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh bus Station to Aberdeen?

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

Edinburgh bus Station to Aberdeen - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh bus Station to Aberdeen by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
2h 35m
£29–85
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh to Aberdeenshirerideshare 119.9 mi
2h 57m
£10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
3h 30m
£16–25
Bus via Aberdeen Union Street
1. Take the bus from George Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
3h 51m
£13–19
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Railway Stationbus X59
2. Take the train from Cupar to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
4h 20m
£40–68
Drive 119.7 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh bus Station to Aberdeencar 119.7 mi
2h 18m
£30–43

Edinburgh bus Station to Aberdeen by foot and train

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2h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 128.3 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Edinburgh bus Station, Scotland and Aberdeen, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen every 2 hours. Tickets cost £50–85 and the journey takes 2h 28m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Union Square Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £16–25 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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