4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Aberdeen to Edinburgh
Cheapest price on Oct 28
€14
Average ticket price on Oct 28
€21
Fastest journey on Oct 28
3 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Oct 28
3 h 16 m
Buses on Oct 28
43
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Aberdeen to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Edinburgh will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
On Wed, Oct 28, we found 43 buses from Aberdeen to Edinburgh, including 11 direct services.
On Wed, Oct 28 the direct buses cover the 149 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Wed, Oct 28 the slowest buses will take 3 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus1:30 PM3h30Aberdeen, Guild Street5:00 PMEdinburgh, Bus Station€141One-way0 transfers- FlixBus3:30 PM3h25Aberdeen, Guild Street6:55 PMEdinburgh, Bus Station€151One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:00 AM3h25Aberdeen, Guild Street11:25 AMEdinburgh, Bus Station€151One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:30 AM3h35Aberdeen, Guild Street3:05 PMEdinburgh, Bus Station€151One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:00 AM3h15Aberdeen, Guild Street10:15 AMEdinburgh, Bus Station€151One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:10 PM3h10Aberdeen, Guild Street11:20 PMEdinburgh, Bus Station€581One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus9:30 PM3h15Aberdeen, Guild Street12:45 AMEdinburgh, Bus Station€161One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:00 AM3h15Aberdeen, Guild Street10:15 AMEdinburgh, Bus Station€151One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus6:00 AM3h20Aberdeen, Guild Street9:20 AMEdinburgh, Bus Station€161One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus5:30 PM3h20Aberdeen, Guild Street8:50 PMEdinburgh, Bus Station€151One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Aberdeen to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Aberdeen to Edinburgh run on average 40 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 149 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 149 km |
Average bus duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 40 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 12:02 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Aberdeen to Edinburgh trip
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Live departures
Aberdeen to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Edinburgh buses for today, Tuesday, October 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h45 | 1:15 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 6h05 | 3:05 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 9:00 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h20 | 12:20 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h11 | 1:11 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h30 | 1:15 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 5h24 | 3:09 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h11 | 3:41 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 5h30 | 5:00 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 11:30 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h35 | 3:05 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h35 | 5:05 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 1:30 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h30 | 5:00 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 5h25 | 6:55 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h13 | 5:43 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:35 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 5h34 | 7:09 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:35 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h30 | 5:05 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h20 | 7:20 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 3:30 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h25 | 6:55 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h37 | 8:07 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h20 | 7:50 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h25 | 7:20 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h31 | 9:01 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 4:30 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h20 | 7:50 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h20 | 8:50 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h26 | 9:56 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 5:30 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h20 | 8:50 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 5h50 | 11:20 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 5h03 | 11:03 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 5h08 | 12:08 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 8:10 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h10 | 11:20 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:10 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h04 | 12:14 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:10 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h35 | 12:45 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 9:30 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h15 | 12:45 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, October 28 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 5h01 | 9:41 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h59 | 10:39 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 6:00 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h20 | 9:20 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h15 | 10:15 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 5h04 | 11:39 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h25 | 11:25 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 7:00 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h15 | 10:15 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h41 | 11:41 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 8:00 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h25 | 11:25 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h11 | 12:11 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 AM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h20 | 12:20 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Aberdeen and Edinburgh
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
FAQs: Bus from Aberdeen to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Edinburgh by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Aberdeen to Edinburgh
Most Aberdeen to Edinburgh buses use the Aberdeen, Guild Street to Edinburgh, Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Edinburgh, St Andrew's House. Use this guide to compare Aberdeen and Edinburgh bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Aberdeen station do buses to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Aberdeen, Guild Street from Aberdeen city centre
Aberdeen, Guild Street bus station facilities and services
Aberdeen, Guild Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafe and small eateries on site.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Aberdeen, Guild Street. ATMs are available at Aberdeen, Guild Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aberdeen, Guild Street.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aberdeen, Guild Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aberdeen, Guild Street: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Which Edinburgh station do buses from Aberdeen arrive at?
Getting to Edinburgh, Bus Station from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh, Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Edinburgh, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh, Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Edinburgh, St Andrew's House from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House bus station facilities and services
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, St Andrew's House: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Bus stations for Aberdeen to Edinburgh
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