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

The average train ticket price from Edinburgh to Aberdeen is $51. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Aberdeen 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 Edinburgh to Aberdeen?

A train trip between Edinburgh and Aberdeen is around 2h 30m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 149 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Edinburgh and Aberdeen?

The number of trains from Edinburgh to Aberdeen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 22. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Edinburgh to Aberdeen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?

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

Train Edinburgh to Aberdeen from $17

Next train departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Aberdeen on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15am	Haymarket	2h 32m	11:47am	Aberdeen	Cheapest
Train	5:10pm	Haymarket	2h 19m	7:29pm	Aberdeen	Fastest
Train	9:10am	Waverley	2h 37m	11:47am	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	9:35am	Waverley	2h 39m	12:14pm	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	9:10am	Waverley	2h 37m	11:47am	Aberdeen	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Aberdeen on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:36pm	Haymarket	2h 33m	11:09pm	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	7:30am	Waverley	2h 36m	10:06am	Aberdeen	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Aberdeen on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:36pm	Haymarket	2h 33m	11:09pm	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	7:30am	Waverley	2h 36m	10:06am	Aberdeen	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Aberdeen on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:33am	Haymarket	2h 29m	1:02pm	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	7:30am	Waverley	2h 36m	10:06am	Aberdeen	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Aberdeen on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:36pm	Haymarket	2h 33m	11:09pm	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	7:30am	Waverley	2h 36m	10:06am	Aberdeen	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Aberdeen on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:40pm	Haymarket	2h 33m	9:13pm	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 November 22
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 November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15am	Haymarket	2h 32m	11:47am	Aberdeen	Cheapest
Train	5:10pm	Haymarket	2h 19m	7:29pm	Aberdeen	Fastest
Train	9:10am	Waverley	2h 37m	11:47am	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	9:35am	Waverley	2h 39m	12:14pm	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	9:10am	Waverley	2h 37m	11:47am	Aberdeen	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:23 AM GMT.

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 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

149 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $130	Average Duration5h 5m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$18 - $230	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$21 - $23	Average Duration2h 30m	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 about travelling from Edinburgh to Aberdeen by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Aberdeen cost?
The average train ticket price from Edinburgh to Aberdeen is $51. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Aberdeen 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 Edinburgh to Aberdeen?
A train trip between Edinburgh and Aberdeen is around 2h 30m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 149 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Edinburgh and Aberdeen?
The number of trains from Edinburgh to Aberdeen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 22. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Edinburgh to Aberdeen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?
When taking the train from Edinburgh to Aberdeen, 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

11-14

$97

11-15

$97

Today

$38

11-17

$37

11-18

$36

11-19

$35

11-20

$37

11-21

$37

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Aberdeen was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $35

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 $35 to $213 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 $35 which is on 2025-11-19.

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.