The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Airport
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
2 h 28 m
Average duration
2 h 32 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
154 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Airport 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 Airport will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
It's difficult to get from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Airport without transferring at least once.
Y23303+
Y68196
Y23303+
Y70160
Y66007 · Y70170
C05943 · Y70152
Y66007 · Y68300
Y66007 · Y68300
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Y68196
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C05952
Y66009 · Y70182
C05943 · Y70152Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Aberdeen to Edinburgh Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Airport 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 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 95 miles (154 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€29 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Aberdeen to Edinburgh Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Edinburgh Airport trains for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:18 PM Aberdeen | 2h41 | 7:59 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:36 PM Aberdeen | 2h56 | 8:32 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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C23780+ C05952+ Metro from Edinburgh Gateway to Edinburgh Airport Bus/Tram | On time 8:20 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h57 | 11:17 AM Edinburgh, Airport | 2 transfers | |
C23780+ Bus from Inverkeithing to Edinburgh Airport Bus/Tram | On time 8:20 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h57 | 11:17 AM Edinburgh, Airport | 1 transfer | |
C23780+ Y70147 | On time 8:20 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h53 | 11:13 AM Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 1 transfer | |
C23780+ C05952 | On time 8:20 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h32 | 10:52 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 transfer | |
C05943 · C05950 | On time 9:05 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h41 | 11:46 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 transfer | |
C05943 · Y70152 | On time 9:05 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h37 | 11:42 AM Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 1 transfer | |
Y23303+ Y68196 | On time 9:52 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h30 | 12:22 PM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 transfer | |
Y23303+ Y70160 | On time 9:52 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h49 | 12:41 PM Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 1 transfer | |
Y66007 · Y70170 | On time 11:01 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h44 | 1:45 PM Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 1 transfer | |
Y66007 · Y68300 | On time 11:01 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h28 | 1:29 PM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 transfer | |
Y66948 · Y66596 | On time 11:37 AM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 3h04 | 2:41 PM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 transfer | |
Y66009 · Y66625 | On time 12:07 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h45 | 2:52 PM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 transfer | |
Y66009 · Y70182 | On time 12:07 PM Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h35 | 2:42 PM Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 1 transfer | |
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Why should you book Aberdeen to Edinburgh Airport trains with Omio?
ScotRail as well as LNER and CrossCountry offer trains services from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Airport. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Airport.
Why book with Omio vs ScotRail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for ScotRail, but also compare tickets for the likes of LNER and CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Airport.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare ScotRail with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Airport.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While ScotRail tickets can be bought on ScotRail's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of LNER and CrossCountry to help you choose the right option for your journey from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Airport
Trains from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:05, the last at 19:05. The fastest train covers the 95 miles (154 km) distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 95 miles (154 km) |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 08:05 |
Last train 19:05 |
Train companies: ScotRail, LNER, CrossCountry from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Airport trainsScotRail, LNER, CrossCountry trains will get you between Aberdeen and Edinburgh Airport from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Airport by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Airport
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Fully Accessible - lifts and footbridge Blue Badge spaces: 3
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park at the end of Station Road
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