How much is the train ticket from Aviemore to Edinburgh?

The cheapest train tickets from Aviemore to Edinburgh start from NOK 218. The average price for this train route is around NOK 410. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Aviemore to Edinburgh?

The average train ride duration from Aviemore to Edinburgh is 2h 59m, covering a distance of 89 miles (143 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 35m and is operated by ScotRail .

Which train operators service the Aviemore to Edinburgh route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail , London North Eastern Railway .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Aviemore to Edinburgh?

The earliest train departs from Aviemore to Edinburgh at 7:22am. And the latest train departs at 9:09pm.

What is the best train operator from Aviemore to Edinburgh?

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 Aviemore 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 most timely service from Aviemore to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Aviemore to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud traveler 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 Aviemore to Edinburgh from NOK 208

Next train departures

Next departures for Aviemore to Edinburgh on April 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:33pm	Aviemore	2h 50m	10:23pm	Gateway	Cheapest
Train	7:33pm	Aviemore	2h 42m	10:15pm	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:33pm	Aviemore	2h 42m	10:15pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:09pm	Aviemore	3h 8m	12:17am	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:09pm	Aviemore	3h 8m	12:17am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Aviemore to Edinburgh on April 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:32am	Aviemore	2h 44m	11:16am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	7:33pm	Aviemore	2h 42m	10:15pm	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:23am	Aviemore	2h 51m	10:14am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:32am	Aviemore	2h 44m	11:16am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:23am	Aviemore	2h 51m	10:14am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Aviemore to Edinburgh on April 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:32am	Aviemore	2h 44m	11:16am	Waverley	CheapestFastest
Train	7:23am	Aviemore	2h 52m	10:15am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:32am	Aviemore	2h 44m	11:16am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:23am	Aviemore	2h 52m	10:15am	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:28am	Aviemore	3h 19m	12:47pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Aviemore to Edinburgh on April 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:22am	Aviemore	3h	1:22pm	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	2:07pm	Aviemore	2h 35m	4:42pm	Waverley	Fastest
Train	10:22am	Aviemore	3h	1:22pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	11:28am	Aviemore	2h 38m	2:06pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	11:28am	Aviemore	2h 38m	2:06pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Aviemore to Edinburgh on April 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:09pm	Aviemore	3h 8m	12:17am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	7:33pm	Aviemore	2h 42m	10:15pm	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:23am	Aviemore	2h 51m	10:14am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:32am	Aviemore	2h 44m	11:16am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:23am	Aviemore	2h 51m	10:14am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Aviemore to Edinburgh on April 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:09pm	Aviemore	3h 8m	12:17am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	7:33pm	Aviemore	2h 42m	10:15pm	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:23am	Aviemore	2h 51m	10:14am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:32am	Aviemore	2h 44m	11:16am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:23am	Aviemore	2h 51m	10:14am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Aviemore to Edinburgh on April 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:09pm	Aviemore	3h 8m	12:17am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	7:33pm	Aviemore	2h 42m	10:15pm	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:23am	Aviemore	2h 51m	10:14am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:32am	Aviemore	2h 44m	11:16am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:23am	Aviemore	2h 51m	10:14am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Aviemore to Edinburgh on April 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:09pm	Aviemore	3h 8m	12:17am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	7:33pm	Aviemore	2h 42m	10:15pm	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:23am	Aviemore	2h 51m	10:14am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:32am	Aviemore	2h 44m	11:16am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:23am	Aviemore	2h 51m	10:14am	Waverley	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Aviemore to Edinburgh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just NOK 115, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

39bus per day

3h 30mAverage Duration

89 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceNOK 115 - NOK 508	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceNOK 218 - NOK 1,175	Average Duration2h 59m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train Companies

ScotRail

2.5/514 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi3.4

London North Eastern Railway

4.0/531 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi5.0

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Aviemore 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 Aviemore to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Aviemore to Edinburgh start from NOK 218. The average price for this train route is around NOK 410. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Aviemore to Edinburgh?
The average train ride duration from Aviemore to Edinburgh is 2h 59m, covering a distance of 89 miles (143 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 35m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators service the Aviemore to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Aviemore to Edinburgh?
The earliest train departs from Aviemore to Edinburgh at 7:22am. And the latest train departs at 9:09pm.
What is the best train operator from Aviemore to Edinburgh?
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 Aviemore 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 most timely service from Aviemore to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Aviemore to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveler 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

04/21

NOK 756

04/22

NOK 755

Today

NOK 752

04/24

NOK 322

04/25

NOK 301

04/26

NOK 322

04/27

NOK 301

04/28

NOK 212

The cheapest trip from Aviemore to Edinburgh was searched and found on Apr 28, 2026 with a price of NOK 212

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Aviemore to Edinburgh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from NOK 212 to NOK 1,118 for a train ticket from Aviemore to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NOK 212 which is on 2026-04-28.

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.