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

The average train ticket price from Edinburgh to Aviemore is £64. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Aviemore is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Edinburgh to Aviemore?

A train trip between Edinburgh and Aviemore is around 3h 2m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 43m. This is the time it takes to travel the 90 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Edinburgh and Aviemore?

The number of trains from Edinburgh to Aviemore can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Edinburgh to Aviemore by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Edinburgh to Aviemore?

When taking the train from Edinburgh to Aviemore, you can travel comfortably and safely with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway.

Train Edinburgh to Aviemore from £17

Next train departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Aviemore on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:33	Waverley	2h 53m	19:26	Aviemore	Cheapest
Train	08:38	Waverley	2h 49m	11:27	Aviemore	Fastest
Train	08:38	Waverley	2h 49m	11:27	Aviemore	No tags
Train	16:33	Waverley	2h 53m	19:26	Aviemore	No tags
Train	09:39	Waverley	3h 10m	12:49	Aviemore	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Aviemore on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:33	Waverley	2h 49m	19:22	Aviemore	Cheapest
Train	11:50	Gateway	2h 46m	14:36	Aviemore	Fastest
Train	08:37	Waverley	2h 50m	11:27	Aviemore	No tags
Train	16:33	Waverley	2h 49m	19:22	Aviemore	No tags
Train	08:37	Waverley	2h 50m	11:27	Aviemore	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Aviemore on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:32	Waverley	2h 56m	19:28	Aviemore	Cheapest
Train	15:52	Waverley	2h 43m	18:35	Aviemore	Fastest
Train	09:25	Waverley	3h 7m	12:32	Aviemore	No tags
Train	16:32	Waverley	2h 56m	19:28	Aviemore	No tags
Train	09:25	Waverley	3h 7m	12:32	Aviemore	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Aviemore on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:24	Gateway	3h 13m	22:37	Aviemore	Cheapest
Train	08:38	Waverley	2h 49m	11:27	Aviemore	Fastest
Train	08:38	Waverley	2h 49m	11:27	Aviemore	No tags
Train	16:33	Waverley	2h 53m	19:26	Aviemore	No tags
Train	09:39	Waverley	3h 10m	12:49	Aviemore	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Aviemore on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:24	Gateway	3h 13m	22:37	Aviemore	Cheapest
Train	08:38	Waverley	2h 49m	11:27	Aviemore	Fastest
Train	08:38	Waverley	2h 49m	11:27	Aviemore	No tags
Train	16:33	Waverley	2h 53m	19:26	Aviemore	No tags
Train	09:39	Waverley	3h 10m	12:49	Aviemore	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Aviemore on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:24	Gateway	3h 13m	22:37	Aviemore	Cheapest
Train	08:38	Waverley	2h 49m	11:27	Aviemore	Fastest
Train	08:38	Waverley	2h 49m	11:27	Aviemore	No tags
Train	16:33	Waverley	2h 53m	19:26	Aviemore	No tags
Train	09:39	Waverley	3h 10m	12:49	Aviemore	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Aviemore on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:33	Waverley	2h 53m	19:26	Aviemore	Cheapest
Train	08:38	Waverley	2h 49m	11:27	Aviemore	Fastest
Train	08:38	Waverley	2h 49m	11:27	Aviemore	No tags
Train	16:33	Waverley	2h 53m	19:26	Aviemore	No tags
Train	09:39	Waverley	3h 10m	12:49	Aviemore	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Aviemore on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:33	Waverley	2h 53m	19:26	Aviemore	Cheapest
Train	08:38	Waverley	2h 49m	11:27	Aviemore	Fastest
Train	08:38	Waverley	2h 49m	11:27	Aviemore	No tags
Train	16:33	Waverley	2h 53m	19:26	Aviemore	No tags
Train	09:39	Waverley	3h 10m	12:49	Aviemore	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Aviemore

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Aviemore. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 40mAverage duration

89 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£9 - £51	Average duration3h 33m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£18 - £96	Average duration3h 2m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£15 - £15	Average duration2h 40m	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, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Aviemore by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Aviemore cost?
The average train ticket price from Edinburgh to Aviemore is £64. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Aviemore is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Edinburgh to Aviemore?
A train trip between Edinburgh and Aviemore is around 3h 2m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 43m. This is the time it takes to travel the 90 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Edinburgh and Aviemore?
The number of trains from Edinburgh to Aviemore can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Edinburgh to Aviemore by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Edinburgh to Aviemore?
When taking the train from Edinburgh to Aviemore, you can travel comfortably and safely with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

19/11

£61

20/11

£24

Today

£23

22/11

£20

23/11

£21

24/11

£17

25/11

£17

26/11

£17

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Aviemore was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of £17

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

You can expect to pay from £17 to £89 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Aviemore based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2025-11-24.

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.