Edinburgh to Aberdeen bus

Mon, Jan 20
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Cheap bus tickets from Edinburgh to Aberdeen

Showing times and prices for Jan 20

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Edinburgh to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
FlixBus
02:35PM3h30
Edinburgh
06:05PMAberdeen, Guild Street
$121One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus
08:35PM3h30
Edinburgh
12:05AMAberdeen, Guild Street
$121One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus
10:35PM3h30
Edinburgh
02:05AMAberdeen, Guild Street
$121One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
FlixBus
01:15PM4h20
Edinburgh
05:35PMAberdeen, Guild Street
$121One-way
1 transfer
2nd Cheapest
FlixBus
07:30PM3h25
Edinburgh
10:55PMAberdeen, Guild Street
$121One-way
1 transfer

Edinburgh to Aberdeen bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Monday, January 20
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
MegabusMegabus12:15AM Edinburgh5h55 06:10AM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
MegabusMegabus02:10AM Edinburgh6h00 08:10AM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
06:35AM Edinburgh3h35 10:10AM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus06:40AM Edinburgh3h02 09:42AM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus06:40AM Edinburgh3h15 09:55AM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
MegabusMegabus07:35AM Edinburgh3h05 10:40AM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus07:35AM Edinburgh3h27 11:02AM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
07:45AM Edinburgh3h25 11:10AM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus08:35AM Edinburgh3h05 11:40AM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus08:35AM Edinburgh3h20 11:55AM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
09:15AM Edinburgh4h20 01:35PM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
09:15AM Edinburgh3h25 12:40PM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
MegabusMegabus09:35AM Edinburgh3h20 12:55PM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
MegabusMegabus09:35AM Edinburgh3h07 12:42PM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus09:45AM Edinburgh3h30 01:15PM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus10:10AM Edinburgh3h05 01:15PM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
MegabusMegabus10:19AM Edinburgh3h36 01:55PM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
MegabusMegabus10:19AM Edinburgh2h56 01:15PM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus10:35AM Edinburgh3h20 01:55PM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
10:35AM Edinburgh3h35 02:10PM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus10:35AM Edinburgh3h05 01:40PM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus11:35AM Edinburgh3h20 02:55PM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
MegabusMegabus11:35AM Edinburgh3h05 02:40PM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus12:35PM Edinburgh3h20 03:55PM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
12:35PM Edinburgh3h35 04:10PM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus12:35PM Edinburgh3h07 03:42PM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
01:15PM Edinburgh4h20 05:35PM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
01:15PM Edinburgh3h25 04:40PM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
MegabusMegabus01:35PM Edinburgh3h23 04:58PM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
MegabusMegabus01:35PM Edinburgh3h05 04:40PM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus02:35PM Edinburgh3h08 05:43PM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
02:35PM Edinburgh3h30 06:05PM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus02:35PM Edinburgh3h23 05:58PM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
03:15PM Edinburgh4h20 07:35PM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
03:15PM Edinburgh3h25 06:40PM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
MegabusMegabus03:35PM Edinburgh3h10 06:45PM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus03:35PM Edinburgh3h23 06:58PM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
MegabusMegabus04:35PM Edinburgh3h27 08:02PM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
MegabusMegabus04:35PM Edinburgh3h10 07:45PM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
04:35PM Edinburgh3h35 08:10PM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus04:45PM Edinburgh3h35 08:20PM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus05:10PM Edinburgh3h10 08:20PM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
MegabusMegabus05:21PM Edinburgh3h39 09:00PM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
MegabusMegabus05:21PM Edinburgh2h59 08:20PM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus05:35PM Edinburgh3h25 09:00PM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
MegabusMegabus05:35PM Edinburgh3h10 08:45PM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus06:35PM Edinburgh3h12 09:47PM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
06:35PM Edinburgh3h30 10:05PM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus06:35PM Edinburgh3h25 10:00PM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
07:30PM Edinburgh3h25 10:55PM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
07:30PM Edinburgh4h20 11:50PM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
MegabusMegabus07:35PM Edinburgh3h35 11:10PM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
MegabusMegabus07:35PM Edinburgh3h05 10:40PM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
08:35PM Edinburgh3h30 12:05AM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus08:40PM Edinburgh2h55 11:35PM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus08:55PM Edinburgh3h15 12:10AM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
MegabusMegabus09:55PM Edinburgh3h15 01:10AM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
10:35PM Edinburgh3h30 02:05AM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus10:55PM Edinburgh3h15 02:10AM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
MegabusMegabus10:55PM Edinburgh5h15 04:10AM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer
MegabusMegabus11:25PM Edinburgh3h15 02:40AM Aberdeen, Guild Street0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus11:55PM Edinburgh3h15 03:10AM Aberdeen, Guild Street1 transfer

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Bus times from Edinburgh to Aberdeen

Showing times and prices for Jan 20

Fastest Journey

2 h 55 m

Average

3 h 30 m

Buses per day

62

Distance

149 km

Of the 62 buses that leave Edinburgh for Aberdeen every day 30 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Megabus
08:40PM2h55
Edinburgh
11:35PMAberdeen, Guild Street
$281One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
Megabus
10:19AM2h56
Edinburgh
01:15PMAberdeen, Guild Street
$251One-way
0 transfers
Megabus
05:21PM2h59
Edinburgh
08:20PMAberdeen, Guild Street
$251One-way
0 transfers
Megabus
06:40AM3h02
Edinburgh
09:42AMAberdeen, Guild Street
$281One-way
0 transfers
Megabus
07:35AM3h05
Edinburgh
10:40AMAberdeen, Guild Street
$281One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Aberdeen

Buses from Edinburgh to Aberdeen run on average 48 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
91 miles (148 km)
Average bus duration
3h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
$7 (€6)
Buses per day
48
Direct buses
28
Bus providers
3
Fastest bus
2h 56m
First bus
00:30
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus companies: Megabus, FlixBus and ScotRail from Edinburgh to Aberdeen

Find the best buses to Aberdeen from Edinburgh with Omio's travel partners Megabus, FlixBus and ScotRail from $5 (€4). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

Edinburgh to Aberdeen bus information with FlixBus:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 25 min
  • Cheapest Price: $5
  • FlixBus frequency: 5 a day

FAQs: Bus from Edinburgh to Aberdeen

FAQs: Take the bus from Edinburgh to Aberdeen with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to Aberdeen.
FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Edinburgh to Aberdeen can start from as little as $7 (€6) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Edinburgh to Aberdeen is $13 (€12); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Edinburgh to Aberdeen is 2 h 56 min   to travel the 92 mile (148 km) long trip, with around there are 43 buses per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Edinburgh to Aberdeen leaves at 12: 30AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Edinburgh to Aberdeen leaves at 11: 55PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Edinburgh to Aberdeen without having to change trains with Megabus or FlixBus. There are 21 direct buses from Edinburgh to Aberdeen each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the trip from Edinburgh to Aberdeen you can take a bus with Megabus or FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible bus companies that offer services between Edinburgh and Aberdeen on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Edinburgh, Bus Station, which is located around 0.4 miles (687 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Aberdeen, Guild Street, located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Aberdeen from Edinburgh is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 56 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Edinburgh to Aberdeen is December.
You have options as you can travel between Edinburgh and Aberdeen 2 different ways: train or bus.

Popular bus stations from Edinburgh to Aberdeen

Edinburgh
Aberdeen
The major bus station for departures in Edinburgh is Ingliston, Airport (Stance C). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ingliston, Airport (Stance C) for your trip from Edinburgh to Aberdeen.
Ingliston, Airport (Stance C)
Car connection
Eastfield Road
Public transit options for Ingliston, Airport (Stance C)
  • Bus: 100, 200
Edinburgh, Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
Car connection
Elder Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at the Station (in the station)
  • Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Edinburgh, Bus Station
  • Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
Ingliston, Edinburgh Airport - Terminal Forecourt (Stop F)
Edinburg, George Street (Stop GL)
The major bus station for arrivals in Aberdeen is Aberdeen, Guild Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Aberdeen, Guild Street for your trip to Aberdeen from Edinburgh.
Aberdeen, Guild Street

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