- Must visit
National Museum of Scotland
Scotland’s flagship museum covering science, design, world cultures, and Scottish history in one major city-centre complex.
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stonehaven to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stonehaven to Edinburgh will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 4 buses that leave Stonehaven for Edinburgh on Wed, May 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 20 the direct buses cover the 128 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Wed, May 20 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stonehaven to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 79 miles (128 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price | $82 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stonehaven to Edinburgh:
A bus is $8 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stonehaven to Edinburgh costing on average $27 (€22).
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 13m.
You'll arrive about {timeSavings} sooner ({durationInMinutes} by bus vs {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car) and save roughly {savingsAmount} compared to fuel and tolls ({cheapestPrice} vs {drivingPriceInCents}). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by {directProviders}.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 09:41AM | Duration 5h11 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 10:39AM | Duration 5h09 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 11:39AM | Duration 5h09 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator London North Eastern Railway | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:09PM | Duration 5h09 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:03PM | Duration 5h03 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 12:08AM | Duration 5h08 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
The table below shows live departures for Stonehaven to Edinburgh buses for today, Tuesday, May 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 | 2:00 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 5h09 | 7:09 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 5h25 | 7:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h25 | 7:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 5h30 | 9:00 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 | 4:00 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h25 | 7:25 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 5h05 | 9:05 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h30 | 9:00 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 6h00 | 11:30 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 · 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 | 3h20 | 11:30 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:10 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 4h45 | 12:55 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM Aberdeen, Guild Street | 3h25 | 12:55 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Stonehaven to Edinburgh run on average 38 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 79 miles (128 km) distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 79 miles (128 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 38 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Edinburgh — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Edinburgh trip today.
Scotland’s flagship museum covering science, design, world cultures, and Scottish history in one major city-centre complex.
The national art collection in central Edinburgh, with major European paintings and an excellent Scottish art selection.
Striking red-sandstone gallery dedicated to portraits of figures from Scottish history, culture, and public life.
The Old Town’s most famous historic street, linking Edinburgh Castle and Holyroodhouse through dense medieval architecture.
Short, rewarding hill walk with some of Edinburgh’s best panoramic views, especially popular at sunrise and sunset.
The city’s most famous natural viewpoint, offering a memorable hike and sweeping views over Edinburgh and the coast.
Scotland’s best-known national dish: a savoury pudding of minced offal, oats, onion, and spices, usually served with mashed turnips and potatoes. It is strongly associated with Edinburgh and Burns Sup
A rich Scottish soup made with smoked haddock, potatoes, and onions, often finished with milk or cream. It is a classic warming starter found in many Edinburgh pubs and restaurants.
A traditional double-crust meat pie, usually filled with spiced minced mutton or beef. It is a classic bakery and football-day snack across Scotland and remains a familiar local comfort food.
Well-known gastropub from Tom Kitchin, serving polished Scottish pub classics in a relaxed setting. A good choice for traditional dishes with high-quality ingredients.
Long-running local favourite serving modern Scottish dishes with local produce. Friendly, reliable, and popular with visitors seeking approachable regional food.
Historic, atmospheric restaurant near Edinburgh Castle, known for refined Scottish cuisine and a dramatic Gothic setting popular for special occasions.
Moderate by UK standards. Attractions and pubs add up, but transport and casual dining are manageable.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if not included. Pubs: not expected. Taxis: round up. Hotels: optional for helpful service.
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