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Aberdeen to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train
It takes an average of 2h 29m to travel from Aberdeen to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train, over a distance of around 92 miles (148 km). There are normally 35 trains per day traveling from Aberdeen to Edinburgh (Waverley) and tickets for this journey start from $10.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:57 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 9:35 pm | |
| Departure station | Aberdeen | |
| Arrival station | Edinburgh (Waverley) | |
| Journey time | From 2h 17m | |
| Distance | 92 miles (148 km) | |
| Frequency | 35 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $10.60 | |
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Travel from Aberdeen to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train in 2 hours 17 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Aberdeen to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Aberdeen to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train is 2 hours 29 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours 17 minutes. You'll usually find 35 trains per day traveling the 148 km between these two destinations. Direct trains are usually available every day on the route to Edinburgh (Waverley).
Book train tickets from Aberdeen to Edinburgh (Waverley) in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from $10.60. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices when you search in our Journey Planner.
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Cheap train tickets from Aberdeen to Edinburgh (Waverley)
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Aberdeen to Edinburgh (Waverley) is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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