How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Aviemore?

The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Aviemore start from R 393. The average price for this train route is around R 1 388. 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 Aviemore?

The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Aviemore is 3h 2m, covering a distance of 143 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 43m and is operated by ScotRail .

Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Aviemore route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 17 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail , London North Eastern Railway .

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

The earliest train from Edinburgh to Aviemore departs at 08:13. And the latest train departs at 19:35.

Which is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Aviemore?

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 Edinburgh to Aviemore?

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 Aviemore?

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 Aviemore?

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 Aviemore from R 371

Next train departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Aviemore on 12 December
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 13 December
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 14 December
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 15 December
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 16 December
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 17 December
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 18 December
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

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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 R 318, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 40mAverage duration

144 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 197 - R 1 225	Average duration3h 33m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 393 - R 2 121	Average duration3h 2m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 318 - R 318	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, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Aviemore 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 Aviemore?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Aviemore start from R 393. The average price for this train route is around R 1 388. 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 Aviemore?
The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Aviemore is 3h 2m, covering a distance of 143 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 43m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Aviemore route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 17 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Aviemore?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Aviemore departs at 08:13. And the latest train departs at 19:35.
Which is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Aviemore?
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 Edinburgh to Aviemore?
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 Aviemore?
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 Aviemore?
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

R 525

10/12

R 512

Today

R 527

12/12

R 484

13/12

R 529

14/12

R 579

15/12

R 381

16/12

R 380

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Aviemore was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 380

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 R 380 to R 2 004 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 R 380, 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.