First train | 4:30 am | |
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Last train | 9:30 pm | |
Departure station | Edinburgh (Waverley) | |
Arrival station | Aberdeen | |
Journey time | From 2h 20m | |
Distance | 92 miles (148 km) | |
Frequency | 30 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From $16.83 | |
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Want to take a trip to the Granite City and need more information on how to travel from Edinburgh to Aberdeen by train? You’ve come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 2 hours and 32 minutes to travel from Edinburgh to Aberdeen by train. If you want to get there in a hurry, the fastest services will get you there in just 2 hours and 20 minutes. Each day, there are around 28 direct trains running on this route, so you don’t need to make any changes during your journey.
When traveling on this route, you’ll jump on a train at Edinburgh Waverley station operated by either CrossCountry, ScotRail or London North Eastern Railway (LNER). No matter who you decide to travel with, you’ll enjoy onboard amenities such as comfortable seating, generous luggage allowance and free WiFi on most services. Before you know it, you’ll arrive at Aberdeen station.
Once you’ve hopped off the train, you can leave the station and begin to explore the city’s most popular sights, such as Aberdeen Art Gallery, Aberdeen Maritime Museum and Duthie Park.
If you want to book cheap train tickets, try traveling at Off-Peak times, as tickets are usually cheaper outside of morning/evening rush hours on weekdays. Also, try to book an Advance ticket – they are normally released 12 weeks prior to the departure date and tend to be a lot cheaper.
Eager to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Aberdeen with us today. For more information about the journey, continue reading for our train timetables where you can view first and last train times, as well as FAQS and tips on how to find cheap train tickets.
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
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 Edinburgh (Waverley) to Aberdeen is right for you.
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.
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