How to get from
Edinburgh to Aberdeen
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Compare prices to get from Edinburgh to Aberdeen
£7|2h 14m
£62|8h 55m
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CrossCountry18:18
2h 23m
20:41
HaymarketAberdeen
£9
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ScotRail11:35
2h 15m
13:50
HaymarketAberdeen
£49
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Direct
LNER20:39
2h 30m
23:09
HaymarketAberdeen
£10
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LNER18:41
2h 33m
21:14
HaymarketAberdeen
£11
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Direct
- Prices shown from Edinburgh to Aberdeen are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare transport options from Edinburgh to Aberdeen
The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Aberdeen costs only £12 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 2h 35m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains
Cheapest
Average price
£12
Average duration
2h 56m
Departure Time
15:30 - 15:58
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Flights
Fastest
Average price
£96
Average duration
2h 35m
Departure Time
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· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?
What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Edinburgh to Aberdeen is Wednesday, with an average price of £12.
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£7
What is the cheapest day to travel from Edinburgh to Aberdeen by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from Edinburgh to Aberdeen is Monday, with an average price of £7.
£7
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From Edinburgh to Aberdeen: Travel Information
Companies operating from Edinburgh to Aberdeen
Find stations and airports near Edinburgh and Aberdeen
Popular train stations near Edinburgh
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Haymarket
Slateford
Brunstane
Kingsknowe
Popular train stations near Aberdeen
Aberdeen
Dyce
Portlethen
Kintore
Stonehaven
Popular airports near Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Dundee Airport (DND)
Nearby
Popular airports near Aberdeen
Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
Hatton Seaplane Base (NUF)
Nearby
FAQ – How to Get from Edinburgh to Aberdeen
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What’s the distance between Edinburgh and Aberdeen?
It’s about 157km (98 mi) from Edinburgh to Aberdeen. -
How do I get from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?
You can travel from Edinburgh to Aberdeen in 2 different ways: Flights, Trains. -
What’s the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?
The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Aberdeen is by Flights, with an average journey time of 2 hours 35 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 2h 56m. -
What’s the cheapest way to travel from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?
The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Aberdeen is by Trains, with an average price of £12. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Flights costs around £96 on avergae. -
What are the main departure and arrival points between Edinburgh and Aberdeen?
When traveling from Edinburgh to Aberdeen, travelers usually depart from and arrive to the following locations: Flights typically departs from Edinburgh Airport and arrives at Aberdeen International Airport , Trains typically departs from Edinburgh (Waverley) and arrives at Aberdeen . -
When should you book tickets from Edinburgh to Aberdeen to get the best deal?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Edinburgh to Aberdeen are usually cheapest (Wednesday), with an average price of £12 Flights from Edinburgh to Aberdeen are usually cheapest (Monday), with an average price of £7 . -
Are Edinburgh and Aberdeen in the same time zone?
The time difference between Edinburgh and Aberdeen is 0m.