How much is the train ticket from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?

The cheapest train tickets from Aberdeen to Edinburgh start at NZ$22. The average price for this train route is around NZ$79. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?

The average train trip from Aberdeen to Edinburgh takes 2h 28m and covers 149 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 9m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Aberdeen to Edinburgh route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 23 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 Aberdeen to Edinburgh?

The earliest train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh departs at 7:10am. The latest train departs at 9:35pm.

What is the best train operator from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?

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 Aberdeen to Edinburgh?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?

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 Aberdeen to Edinburgh?

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 Aberdeen to Edinburgh from NZ$21

Next train departures

Next departures for Aberdeen to Edinburgh on April 20
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

Next departures for Aberdeen to Edinburgh on April 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:52am	Aberdeen	2h 27m	12:19pm	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

Next departures for Aberdeen to Edinburgh on April 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:05am	Aberdeen	2h 18m	11:23am	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

Next departures for Aberdeen to Edinburgh on April 23
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

Next departures for Aberdeen to Edinburgh on April 24
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

Next departures for Aberdeen to Edinburgh on April 25
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

Next departures for Aberdeen to Edinburgh on April 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:47pm	Aberdeen	2h 35m	4:22pm	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	5:04pm	Aberdeen	2h 17m	7:21pm	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	9:47am	Aberdeen	2h 37m	12:24pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	12:44pm	Aberdeen	2h 40m	3:24pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:47am	Aberdeen	2h 37m	12:24pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Aberdeen to Edinburgh on April 27
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

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:44 PM BST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 2 hours 28 minutes, and with fares starting at just NZ$22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23train per day

2h 28mAverage Duration

149 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceNZ$21 - NZ$109	Average Duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceNZ$22 - NZ$283	Average Duration2h 28m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train companies

ScotRail

2.5/514 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.5

Wi‑Fi3.4

London North Eastern Railway

4.0/531 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi5.0

CrossCountry

4.3/546 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness3.9

Wi‑Fi3.9

GB train companies:RegioJet, CrossCountry, FlixTrain, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Aberdeen to Edinburgh by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Aberdeen to Edinburgh start at NZ$22. The average price for this train route is around NZ$79. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?
The average train trip from Aberdeen to Edinburgh takes 2h 28m and covers 149 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 9m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Aberdeen to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 23 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 Aberdeen to Edinburgh?
The earliest train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh departs at 7:10am. The latest train departs at 9:35pm.
What is the best train operator from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?
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 Aberdeen to Edinburgh?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?
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 Aberdeen to Edinburgh?
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

04-18

NZ$121

04-19

NZ$25

Today

NZ$50

04-21

NZ$46

04-22

NZ$40

04-23

NZ$46

04-24

NZ$45

04-25

NZ$60

The cheapest trip from Aberdeen to Edinburgh was searched and found on Apr 19, 2026 with a price of NZ$25

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 NZ$25 to NZ$269 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 NZ$40 which is on 2026-04-22.

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.