How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?

The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Aberdeen start from R 216. The average price for this train route is around R 859. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?

The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Aberdeen is 2h 32m, covering a distance of 149 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 14m and is operated by ScotRail .

Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Aberdeen route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 32 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 07:13. And the latest train departs at 22:10.

Which 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 46 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 highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service 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 R 202

Next train departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Aberdeen on 30 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:31	Waverley	2h 32m	13:03	Aberdeen	Cheapest
Train	11:35	Haymarket	2h 15m	13:50	Aberdeen	Fastest
Train	07:30	Waverley	2h 36m	10:06	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	10:31	Waverley	2h 32m	13:03	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	18:14	Waverley	2h 27m	20:41	Aberdeen	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Aberdeen on 31 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:36	Waverley	2h 38m	21:14	Aberdeen	Cheapest
Train	11:35	Haymarket	2h 15m	13:50	Aberdeen	Fastest
Train	07:30	Waverley	2h 36m	10:06	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	10:31	Waverley	2h 32m	13:03	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	18:14	Waverley	2h 27m	20:41	Aberdeen	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Aberdeen on 1 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:31	Waverley	2h 28m	10:59	Aberdeen	Cheapest
Train	11:35	Haymarket	2h 15m	13:50	Aberdeen	Fastest
Train	07:30	Waverley	2h 36m	10:06	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	10:31	Waverley	2h 32m	13:03	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	18:14	Waverley	2h 27m	20:41	Aberdeen	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Aberdeen on 2 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Waverley	2h 36m	10:06	Aberdeen	Cheapest
Train	11:35	Haymarket	2h 15m	13:50	Aberdeen	Fastest
Train	07:30	Waverley	2h 36m	10:06	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	10:31	Waverley	2h 32m	13:03	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	18:14	Waverley	2h 27m	20:41	Aberdeen	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Aberdeen on 3 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:36	Waverley	2h 38m	21:14	Aberdeen	Cheapest
Train	11:35	Haymarket	2h 15m	13:50	Aberdeen	Fastest
Train	07:30	Waverley	2h 36m	10:06	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	10:31	Waverley	2h 32m	13:03	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	18:14	Waverley	2h 27m	20:41	Aberdeen	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Aberdeen on 4 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:37	Haymarket	2h 26m	13:03	Aberdeen	Cheapest
Train	11:35	Haymarket	2h 15m	13:50	Aberdeen	Fastest
Train	07:31	Waverley	2h 35m	10:06	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	10:31	Waverley	2h 32m	13:03	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	18:13	Waverley	2h 28m	20:41	Aberdeen	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Aberdeen on 5 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:10	Waverley	2h 38m	11:48	Aberdeen	Cheapest
Train	18:17	Haymarket	2h 18m	20:35	Aberdeen	Fastest
Train	09:10	Waverley	2h 38m	11:48	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	09:35	Waverley	2h 39m	12:14	Aberdeen	No tags
Train	18:13	Waverley	2h 22m	20:35	Aberdeen	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Aberdeen

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Aberdeen. The journey takes about 2 hours 32 minutes and with fares starting at just R 216, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

32train per day

2h 32mAverage duration

149 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 199 - R 1 089	Average duration5h 26m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 216 - R 2 827	Average duration2h 32m	CO₂ emissions 4kg 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

4.5/546 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4

Cleanliness3.9

WiFi3.9

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Aberdeen by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 from R 216. The average price for this train route is around R 859. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?
The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Aberdeen is 2h 32m, covering a distance of 149 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 14m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Aberdeen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 32 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 07:13. And the latest train departs at 22:10.
Which 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 46 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 highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service 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

27/03

R 506

28/03

R 1 184

Today

No data

30/03

R 505

31/03

R 486

01/04

R 563

02/04

R 563

03/04

R 563

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Aberdeen was searched and found on 31 Mar 2026 with a price of R 486

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 R 486 to R 2 637 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 R 486, which is on 2026-03-31.

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.