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

The average train ticket price from Aberdeen to Edinburgh is $50. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Aberdeen to Edinburgh 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 trip from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?

A train trip between Aberdeen and Edinburgh is around 2h 28m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 12m. This is the time it takes to travel the 149 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Aberdeen and Edinburgh?

The number of trains from Aberdeen to Edinburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 23. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Aberdeen to Edinburgh by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?

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

Train Aberdeen to Edinburgh from $17

Next train departures

Next departures for Aberdeen to Edinburgh on November 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:18pm	Aberdeen	2h 25m	8:43pm	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 27m	10:47am	Haymarket	No tags

Next departures for Aberdeen to Edinburgh on November 15
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 12m	11:17am	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Aberdeen	2h 25m	9:35am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:52am	Aberdeen	2h 33m	10:25am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:10am	Aberdeen	2h 25m	9:35am	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:52am	Aberdeen	2h 33m	12:25pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:05am	Aberdeen	2h 20m	11:25am	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:52am	Aberdeen	2h 33m	12:25pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Aberdeen to Edinburgh on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:47am	Aberdeen	2h 39m	2:26pm	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	5:04pm	Aberdeen	2h 17m	7:21pm	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	11:47am	Aberdeen	2h 39m	2:26pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	12:44pm	Aberdeen	2h 40m	3:24pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	12:44pm	Aberdeen	2h 40m	3:24pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	1:47pm	Aberdeen	2h 37m	4:24pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	1:47pm	Aberdeen	2h 37m	4:24pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	3:08pm	Aberdeen	2h 32m	5:40pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Aberdeen to Edinburgh on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:18pm	Aberdeen	2h 31m	8:49pm	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 November 18
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 November 19
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 November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:18pm	Aberdeen	2h 31m	8:49pm	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

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:23 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Aberdeen 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 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 20mAverage Duration

149 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $132	Average Duration4h 48m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$18 - $231	Average Duration2h 28m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$23 - $29	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Train companies

ScotRail

2.5/514 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi3.4

London North Eastern Railway

4/530 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.4

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, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions on the trip Aberdeen - Edinburgh

How much does a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Edinburgh cost?
The average train ticket price from Aberdeen to Edinburgh is $50. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Aberdeen to Edinburgh 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 trip from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?
A train trip between Aberdeen and Edinburgh is around 2h 28m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 12m. This is the time it takes to travel the 149 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Aberdeen and Edinburgh?
The number of trains from Aberdeen to Edinburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 23. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Aberdeen to Edinburgh by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?
When taking the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh, you can travel comfortably and safely with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-12

$99

11-13

$44

Today

$43

11-15

$48

11-16

$48

11-17

$36

11-18

$23

11-19

$23

The cheapest trip from Aberdeen to Edinburgh was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $23

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 $23 to $214 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 $23 which is on 2025-11-18.

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.