How much does a train ticket cost from Aviemore to Edinburgh?

The cheapest train tickets from Aviemore to Edinburgh start from £18. The average price for this train route is around £33. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Aviemore to Edinburgh?

The average train journey time from Aviemore to Edinburgh is 3h 4m, covering a distance of 89 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 35m and is operated by ScotRail .

Which train operators serve the Aviemore to Edinburgh route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 18 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail , London North Eastern Railway .

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

The earliest train from Aviemore to Edinburgh departs at 07:22. And the latest train departs at 21:07.

Which is the best train operator from Aviemore to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews.

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

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

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Aviemore to Edinburgh?

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 Aviemore to Edinburgh?

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 Aviemore to Edinburgh from £17

Next train departures

Next departures from Aviemore to Edinburgh on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:32	Aviemore	2h 43m	11:15	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	19:33	Aviemore	2h 42m	22:15	Waverley	Fastest
Train	07:23	Aviemore	2h 51m	10:14	Waverley	No tags
Train	08:32	Aviemore	2h 43m	11:15	Waverley	No tags
Train	07:23	Aviemore	2h 51m	10:14	Waverley	No tags

Next departures from Aviemore to Edinburgh on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:32	Aviemore	2h 43m	11:15	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	08:32	Aviemore	2h 43m	11:15	Waverley	Fastest
Train	07:22	Aviemore	2h 53m	10:15	Waverley	No tags
Train	07:22	Aviemore	2h 53m	10:15	Waverley	No tags
Train	09:28	Aviemore	3h 19m	12:47	Waverley	No tags

Next departures from Aviemore to Edinburgh on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:22	Aviemore	3h	13:22	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	14:07	Aviemore	2h 35m	16:42	Waverley	Fastest
Train	10:22	Aviemore	3h	13:22	Waverley	No tags
Train	11:28	Aviemore	2h 38m	14:06	Waverley	No tags
Train	11:28	Aviemore	2h 38m	14:06	Waverley	No tags

Next departures from Aviemore to Edinburgh on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:32	Aviemore	2h 44m	11:16	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	19:33	Aviemore	2h 42m	22:15	Waverley	Fastest
Train	07:23	Aviemore	2h 51m	10:14	Waverley	No tags
Train	08:32	Aviemore	2h 44m	11:16	Waverley	No tags
Train	07:23	Aviemore	2h 51m	10:14	Waverley	No tags

Next departures from Aviemore to Edinburgh on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:07	Aviemore	3h 10m	00:17	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	19:33	Aviemore	2h 42m	22:15	Waverley	Fastest
Train	07:23	Aviemore	2h 51m	10:14	Waverley	No tags
Train	08:32	Aviemore	2h 44m	11:16	Waverley	No tags
Train	07:23	Aviemore	2h 51m	10:14	Waverley	No tags

Next departures from Aviemore to Edinburgh on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:23	Aviemore	3h 4m	10:27	Gateway	Cheapest
Train	19:33	Aviemore	2h 42m	22:15	Waverley	Fastest
Train	07:23	Aviemore	2h 51m	10:14	Waverley	No tags
Train	08:32	Aviemore	2h 44m	11:16	Waverley	No tags
Train	07:23	Aviemore	2h 51m	10:14	Waverley	No tags

Next departures from Aviemore to Edinburgh on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:07	Aviemore	3h 10m	00:17	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	19:33	Aviemore	2h 42m	22:15	Waverley	Fastest
Train	07:23	Aviemore	2h 51m	10:14	Waverley	No tags
Train	08:32	Aviemore	2h 44m	11:16	Waverley	No tags
Train	07:23	Aviemore	2h 51m	10:14	Waverley	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Aviemore to Edinburgh

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 50mAverage duration

89 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£9 - £27	Average duration3h 36m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£18 - £94	Average duration3h 4m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£12 - £12	Average duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg 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

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Aviemore to Edinburgh by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Aviemore to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Aviemore to Edinburgh start from £18. The average price for this train route is around £33. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Aviemore to Edinburgh?
The average train journey time from Aviemore to Edinburgh is 3h 4m, covering a distance of 89 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 35m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators serve the Aviemore to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 18 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Aviemore to Edinburgh?
The earliest train from Aviemore to Edinburgh departs at 07:22. And the latest train departs at 21:07.
Which is the best train operator from Aviemore to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Aviemore to Edinburgh?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Aviemore to Edinburgh?
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 Aviemore to Edinburgh?
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

09/12

£60

10/12

£60

Today

£60

12/12

£23

13/12

£22

14/12

£26

15/12

£23

16/12

£18

The cheapest trip from Aviemore to Edinburgh was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £18

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

You can expect to pay from £18 to £90 for a train ticket from Aviemore to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, 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.