Edinburgh to Aberdeen

Edinburgh to Aberdeen

Edinburgh
Aberdeen
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Edinburgh to Aberdeen Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
National Transfer Services Edinburg
Van 6pax
Any time
+2h 40m
$338.08
Bus
Megabus
Standard AC
00:25
04:10
$14.18
Flight
British Airways
Economy
05:55
09:30
$339.94
Bus
Megabus
Standard AC
06:40
09:42
$17.99
Flight
British Airways
Economy
07:05
09:30
$349.22
Bus
Megabus
Standard AC
07:35
10:40
$17.99
Train
London North Eastern Railway
Standard
08:10
10:44
$25.44
Train
ScotRail
Standard
08:29
10:59
$30.73
Flight
Aer Lingus
Economy
08:55
09:45
$353.28
Flight
Aer Lingus
Economy
09:15
09:30
$225.08
Train
ScotRail
Standard
09:35
12:14
$20.81
Bus
Megabus
Standard AC
10:05
13:10
$19.09
Train
London North Eastern Railway
Standard
10:27
13:02
$23.25
Train
ScotRail
Standard
10:50
13:26
$30.73
Train
ScotRail
Standard
11:30
13:50
$30.73
Flight
Aer Lingus
Economy
11:55
09:30
$116.02
Bus
Megabus
Standard AC
12:35
15:42
$15.27
Bus
Megabus
Standard AC
13:05
16:10
$19.09
Train
ScotRail
Standard
13:28
15:57
$40.93
Bus
Megabus
Standard AC
14:05
17:30
$15.27

How to get from Edinburgh to Aberdeen

Travelling between Edinburgh and Aberdeen is possible by Flight, bus and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 371.89 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 22.80.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 16 hours to travel between Edinburgh and Aberdeen depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Edinburgh and Aberdeen. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 2h 40m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 15h 25m to reach Aberdeen.

How much does it cost to get from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?

Travelling between Edinburgh and Aberdeen can be as cheap as USD 22.80 if you opt for a Megabus bus and as expensive as USD 371.89 if you buy a National Transfer Services Edinburg taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Edinburgh and Aberdeen ?

  • 27 from Edinburgh to Aberdeen starting from 06:40 Edinburgh Bus Station until 23:25 Edinburgh Bus Station
  • 3 by flight from Edinburgh to Aberdeen starting from 06:05 Edinburgh Airport until 09:05 Edinburgh Airport
  • 2 from Edinburgh to Aberdeen starting from 00:00 Edinburgh Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Edinburgh Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Edinburgh to Aberdeen.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Edinburgh to Aberdeen overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Edinburgh and Aberdeen

Megabus

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Edinburgh and Aberdeen

National Transfer Services Edinburg

What is the most popular transport to get from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% opted for a bus

Transportation from Edinburgh to Aberdeen

Facts about the transport from Edinburgh to Aberdeen

Cheapest Transport$23
Fastest Transport2h 40m
Earliest Departure6:05 早上
Latest Departure11:25 晚上
Departures per day32
Distance134 kilometers
Transport CompaniesEasyJet, Megabus, National Transfer Services Edinburg