How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?

The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Aberdeen start at $18. The average price for this train route is around $93. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?

The average train trip from Edinburgh to Aberdeen takes 2h 33m and covers 150 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 15m and is operated by ScotRail .

Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Aberdeen route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 30 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail , London North Eastern Railway , CrossCountry .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?

The earliest train from Edinburgh to Aberdeen departs at 7:05am. The latest train departs at 9:36pm.

What is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Edinburgh to Aberdeen?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is London North Eastern Railway , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Edinburgh to Aberdeen from $17

Next train departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Aberdeen on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:13pm	Waverley	2h 28m	8:41pm	Aberdeen	Cheapest
Train	11:35am	Haymarket	2h 15m	1:50pm	Aberdeen	Fastest
Train	7:30am	Waverley	2h 36m	10:06am	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	10:28am	Waverley	2h 34m	1:02pm	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	6:13pm	Waverley	2h 28m	8:41pm	Aberdeen	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Aberdeen on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:13pm	Waverley	2h 28m	8:41pm	Aberdeen	Cheapest
Train	11:35am	Haymarket	2h 15m	1:50pm	Aberdeen	Fastest
Train	7:31am	Waverley	2h 35m	10:06am	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	10:27am	Waverley	2h 35m	1:02pm	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	6:13pm	Waverley	2h 28m	8:41pm	Aberdeen	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Aberdeen on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15am	Haymarket	2h 33m	11:48am	Aberdeen	Cheapest
Train	6:17pm	Haymarket	2h 18m	8:35pm	Aberdeen	Fastest
Train	9:10am	Waverley	2h 38m	11:48am	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	9:35am	Waverley	2h 39m	12:14pm	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	6:13pm	Waverley	2h 22m	8:35pm	Aberdeen	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Aberdeen on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:36pm	Waverley	2h 38m	9:14pm	Aberdeen	Cheapest
Train	11:35am	Haymarket	2h 15m	1:50pm	Aberdeen	Fastest
Train	7:30am	Waverley	2h 36m	10:06am	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	10:31am	Waverley	2h 32m	1:03pm	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	6:14pm	Waverley	2h 27m	8:41pm	Aberdeen	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Aberdeen on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:18pm	Haymarket	2h 23m	8:41pm	Aberdeen	Cheapest
Train	11:35am	Haymarket	2h 15m	1:50pm	Aberdeen	Fastest
Train	7:30am	Waverley	2h 36m	10:06am	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	10:31am	Waverley	2h 32m	1:03pm	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	6:14pm	Waverley	2h 27m	8:41pm	Aberdeen	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Aberdeen on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:18pm	Haymarket	2h 23m	8:41pm	Aberdeen	Cheapest
Train	11:35am	Haymarket	2h 15m	1:50pm	Aberdeen	Fastest
Train	7:30am	Waverley	2h 36m	10:06am	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	10:31am	Waverley	2h 32m	1:03pm	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	6:14pm	Waverley	2h 27m	8:41pm	Aberdeen	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Aberdeen on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:18pm	Haymarket	2h 23m	8:41pm	Aberdeen	Cheapest
Train	11:35am	Haymarket	2h 15m	1:50pm	Aberdeen	Fastest
Train	7:30am	Waverley	2h 36m	10:06am	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	10:31am	Waverley	2h 32m	1:03pm	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	6:14pm	Waverley	2h 27m	8:41pm	Aberdeen	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to Aberdeen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Aberdeen. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

2h 20mAverage Duration

155 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $87	Average Duration5h 27m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$18 - $226	Average Duration2h 33m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$22 - $41	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Train companies

ScotRail

2.5/514 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi3.4

London North Eastern Railway

4/531 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi5

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

GB train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Aberdeen 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 Edinburgh to Aberdeen?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Aberdeen start at $18. The average price for this train route is around $93. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?
The average train trip from Edinburgh to Aberdeen takes 2h 33m and covers 150 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 15m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Aberdeen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 30 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Aberdeen departs at 7:05am. The latest train departs at 9:36pm.
What is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Edinburgh to Aberdeen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

12-09

$43

12-10

$43

Today

$98

12-12

$40

12-13

$40

12-14

$41

12-15

$44

12-16

$26

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Aberdeen was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $26

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

You can expect to pay from $26 to $216 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Aberdeen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2025-12-16.

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.