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The cheapest and fastest buses from Edinburgh to Stonehaven
Showing times and prices for Dec 21
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 29 m
Buses per day
39
Distance
128 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Edinburgh to Stonehaven is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Stonehaven will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Fast buses
Of the 39 buses that leave Edinburgh for Stonehaven on Sun, Dec 21, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 128 km distance in an average of 3 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 3 h 30 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.
FlixBus12:45PM3h40
Edinburgh, Bus Station04:25PMAberdeen, Guild Street
$151One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus11:35AM3h30
Edinburgh, Bus Station03:05PMAberdeen, Guild Street
$151One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus10:35PM3h30
Edinburgh, Bus Station02:05AMAberdeen, Guild Street
$151One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus04:15PM3h55
Edinburgh, Bus Station08:10PMAberdeen, Guild Street
$151One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus06:35AM3h35
Edinburgh, Bus Station10:10AMAberdeen, Guild Street
$151One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus07:45AM3h25
Edinburgh, Bus Station11:10AMAberdeen, Guild Street
$681One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus11:35AM3h30
Edinburgh, Bus Station03:05PMAberdeen, Guild Street
$151One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus10:35PM3h30
Edinburgh, Bus Station02:05AMAberdeen, Guild Street
$151One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus02:35PM3h30
Edinburgh, Bus Station06:05PMAberdeen, Guild Street
$151One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus03:10PM3h30
Edinburgh, Bus Station06:40PMAberdeen, Guild Street
$261One-way
1 transfer
Edinburgh - StonehavenCompare Megabus, FlixBus
$27
3h 53m
2 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
$9
3h 0m
33 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Seat reservation
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Stonehaven
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Stonehaven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 79 miles (128 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€10 Average price Cheapest | €25 Average price |
3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Edinburgh to Stonehaven Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:09AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 5h26 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:39AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 6h01 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:24AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 6h11 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:39AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 5h56 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:39AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 5h56 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:39AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 5h46 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:09AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 5h16 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:41AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 5h54 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:39PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 5h26 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:41PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 5h59 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:09PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 6h01 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:39PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 5h31 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:41PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 5h54 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:06PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h54 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:39PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 5h26 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:39PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 6h11 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:14PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 5h36 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:39PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 5h26 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:09PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 5h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:07PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 5h43 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:37PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 5h28 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:01PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 5h49 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Stonehaven bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Stonehaven buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at 5:13 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:35 AM Edinburgh | 3h35 | 1:10 PM Stonehaven | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:35 AM Edinburgh | 3h30 | 2:05 PM Stonehaven | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:10 PM Edinburgh | 3h30 | 3:40 PM Stonehaven | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:05 PM Edinburgh | 3h00 | 5:05 PM Stonehaven | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:35 PM Edinburgh | 3h30 | 1:05 AM Stonehaven | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Stonehaven
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Edinburgh to Stonehaven run on average 33 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 79 miles (128 km) distance in 3h 30m.
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 79 miles (128 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 33 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:30 |
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 providers: Megabus, Stagecoach East Scotland, Scottish Citylink, FlixBus from Edinburgh to StonehavenYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Stonehaven with Megabus, Stagecoach East Scotland, Scottish Citylink, FlixBus for as low as $9 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 0m
Cheapest Price
$9 (€7)
FlixBus frequency
33 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 53m
Cheapest Price
$27 (€22)
Megabus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Stagecoach East Scotland
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 32m
Cheapest Price
$21 (€17)
Stagecoach East Scotland frequency
10 a day
Scottish Citylink
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 10m
Cheapest Price
$30 (€24)
Scottish Citylink frequency
11 a day
FAQs: Bus from Edinburgh to Stonehaven
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Stonehaven 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 Stonehaven, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Edinburgh to Stonehaven can start from as little as $24 (€19) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Edinburgh to Stonehaven is $40 (€32); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The bus time to Stonehaven from Edinburgh is on average 3 h 53 min for the 79 mile (127 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Edinburgh and Stonehaven by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Edinburgh to Stonehaven leaves at 9: 05AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last bus from Edinburgh to Stonehaven leaves at 8: 41PM.
There are 25 buses a day from Edinburgh to Stonehaven which require at least one change with Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink or Stagecoach East Scotland. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
When taking a bus from Edinburgh to Stonehaven, you can count on Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink or Stagecoach East Scotland for the best way to get you to Stonehaven. You can also check all possible bus providers who offer a service from Edinburgh to Stonehaven and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Stonehaven from Edinburgh is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 53 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Stonehaven from Edinburgh including taking a train or bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Edinburgh to Stonehaven:
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Edinburgh to Stonehaven for bus company FlixBus.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Edinburgh to Stonehaven depends on the bus company:
- FlixBus
- 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.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Edinburgh to Stonehaven, follow these tips:
Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Edinburgh to Stonehaven.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Stonehaven:
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Stonehaven:
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Edinburgh to Stonehaven. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Edinburgh to Stonehaven with the following bus company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Edinburgh to Stonehaven with the following bus company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Edinburgh to Stonehaven with the following bus company: FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Edinburgh to Stonehaven
Edinburgh
Stonehaven
Edinburgh, Bus Station
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Car connection
Elder StreetWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
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
Edinburgh, North St David Street / St Andrew Square
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