Aberdeen to Edinburgh Bus and Coach

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Aberdeen to Edinburgh Route Overview

Aberdeen to Edinburgh bus and coach is a popular way of travelling.There are up to 47 daily bus departures available. The earliest bus departs from Aberdeen at 02:20h, arriving at Edinburgh at 06:15h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 20:20h, arriving at 23:35h the same day.
Departure station and country AberdeenUnited Kingdom
Arrival station and country EdinburghUnited Kingdom
Travel Distance 126 mi
Average Trip Duration 03h 26min
Total Departures 47
Popular Operators Megabus UK
Lowest Price £11
Transportation Options Coach, Train



Traveling by coach from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

The shortest travel distance between Aberdeen and Edinburgh is 126 mi. The fastest coach which departs at 18:50 has a travel time of 02:57h. The longest travel time on the route is 03:55h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and restroom. Booking your train tickets in advance is recommended to guarantee your seat, especially if you're travelling during peak travel times.

Bus companies operating the Aberdeen to Edinburgh route

Megabus UK is the carrier operating this route. The company has been reviewed 1 time by travellers.

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Aberdeen or Edinburgh coach stations, including general information and other popular routes, please see the links below.
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  Aberdeen

You can see information about the departure station and stops Aberdeen here

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  Edinburgh

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Edinburgh here


Cheapest tickets

Below are the most affordable ticket options available, depending on availability:
Adult ticket: £11 (One-Way) or £22 (Return).

Travel reviews for Aberdeen to Edinburgh bus

One traveler has shared their feedback and reviewed their bus journey from Aberdeen to Edinburgh. You can read the user's review of the bus company below. These reviews were originally written under our former names, GetByBus and GetByFerry. But don’t worry, it’s all us! Same company, same trusted partners, just with a new vibe as Traveling.com.
7.5 by ANONYMOUS
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