Next train departures

Next departures for Aberdeen to Edinburgh on August 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:20am	Aberdeen	2h 27m	10:47am	Haymarket	Cheapest
Train	9:05am	Aberdeen	2h 13m	11:18am	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Aberdeen	2h 28m	9:38am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:52am	Aberdeen	2h 33m	10:25am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:20am	Aberdeen	2h 34m	10:54am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:10am	Aberdeen	2h 28m	9:38am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:52am	Aberdeen	2h 33m	10:25am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:20am	Aberdeen	2h 34m	10:54am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Aberdeen to Edinburgh on August 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:52am	Aberdeen	2h 33m	10:25am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	9:05am	Aberdeen	2h 13m	11:18am	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Aberdeen	2h 28m	9:38am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:52am	Aberdeen	2h 33m	10:25am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:20am	Aberdeen	2h 34m	10:54am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:10am	Aberdeen	2h 28m	9:38am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:20am	Aberdeen	2h 34m	10:54am	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:52am	Aberdeen	2h 33m	12:25pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Aberdeen to Edinburgh on August 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:44pm	Aberdeen	2h 39m	3:23pm	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	5:04pm	Aberdeen	2h 19m	7:23pm	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	9:47am	Aberdeen	2h 37m	12:24pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	12:44pm	Aberdeen	2h 39m	3:23pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:47am	Aberdeen	2h 37m	12:24pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	12:44pm	Aberdeen	2h 39m	3:23pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	11:47am	Aberdeen	2h 34m	2:21pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	12:44pm	Aberdeen	2h 39m	3:23pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Aberdeen to Edinburgh on August 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:20am	Aberdeen	2h 34m	10:54am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	9:05am	Aberdeen	2h 13m	11:18am	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Aberdeen	2h 28m	9:38am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:52am	Aberdeen	2h 33m	10:25am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:20am	Aberdeen	2h 34m	10:54am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:10am	Aberdeen	2h 28m	9:38am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:52am	Aberdeen	2h 33m	10:25am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:20am	Aberdeen	2h 34m	10:54am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Aberdeen to Edinburgh on August 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:20am	Aberdeen	2h 34m	10:54am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	9:05am	Aberdeen	2h 13m	11:18am	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Aberdeen	2h 28m	9:38am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:52am	Aberdeen	2h 33m	10:25am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:20am	Aberdeen	2h 34m	10:54am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:10am	Aberdeen	2h 28m	9:38am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:52am	Aberdeen	2h 33m	10:25am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:20am	Aberdeen	2h 27m	10:47am	Haymarket	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:51 PM BST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 4 hours 6 minutes and with fares starting at just ARS 18,920, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

105bus per day

4h 6mAverage Duration

94 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceARS 18,920 - ARS 94,386	Average Duration4h 6m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceARS 18,951 - ARS 245,395	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

ScotRail

2.7/515 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi3.4

London North Eastern Railway

4.0/533 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.3

CrossCountry

4.2/548 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.0

Wifi3.6

GB train companies:FlixTrain, RegioJet, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Edinburgh by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Aberdeen to Edinburgh start from ARS 18,951. The average price for this train route is around ARS 74,870. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?
The average train ride duration from Aberdeen to Edinburgh is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 93 miles (149 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 9m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Aberdeen to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 21 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?
The earliest train departs from Aberdeen to Edinburgh at 7:10am. And the latest train departs at 9:35pm.
What is the best train operator from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 48 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.3.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

08/10

ARS 50,006

08/11

ARS 66,373

Today

ARS 18,569

08/13

No data

08/14

ARS 44,443

08/15

No data

08/16

ARS 33,760

08/17

ARS 18,004

The cheapest trip from Aberdeen to Edinburgh was searched and found on Aug 17, 2026 with a price of ARS 18,004

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Aberdeen to Edinburgh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from ARS 18,004 to ARS 234,284 for a train ticket from Aberdeen to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ARS 18,004 which is on 2026-08-17.

Usually ScotRail will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.