The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Dufftown
Cheapest price
$77
Average price
$85
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 47 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
165 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Dufftown is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Dufftown will cost around $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Dufftown without transferring at least once.
Y38780 · Y38448
Y38785 · Y73060
W73862 · Y38802 · Y73071
Y38785 · Y73060
W73862 · Y38802 · Y73071
W73825 · Y38782 · Y73490
Y38785 · Y73060
Y38780 · Y38448
W73862 · Y38802 · Y73071
Y38785 · Y73060Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Edinburgh to Dufftown
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Dufftown among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €26, and a bus costs an average of €41.
Distance: 102 miles (165 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€45 Average price Cheapest | €52 Average price |
4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 30m Average total duration 10h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Dufftown train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Dufftown trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y38780 · Y38448 | On time 8:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h21 | 1:59 PM Huntly station (HNT) | 1 transfer | |
Y38780 · Y38448 | On time 8:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h45 | 1:23 PM Elgin station (ELG) | 1 transfer | |
Y38780 · Y38448 | On time 8:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h07 | 1:45 PM Keith station (KEH) | 1 transfer | |
W73825 · Y38782 · Y73490 | On time 9:35 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h40 | 2:15 PM Elgin station (ELG) | 2 transfers | |
Y38785 · Y73060 | On time 10:32 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h41 | 3:13 PM Elgin station (ELG) | 1 transfer | |
Y38785 · Y73060 | On time 10:32 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h02 | 3:34 PM Keith station (KEH) | 1 transfer | |
Y38785 · Y73060 | On time 10:32 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h17 | 3:49 PM Huntly station (HNT) | 1 transfer | |
W73862 · Y38802 · Y73071 | On time 11:34 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h06 | 4:40 PM Keith station (KEH) | 2 transfers | |
W73862 · Y38802 · Y73071 | On time 11:34 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h45 | 4:19 PM Elgin station (ELG) | 2 transfers | |
W73862 · Y38802 · Y73071 | On time 11:34 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h21 | 4:55 PM Huntly station (HNT) | 2 transfers | |
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ScotRail operates all train services from Edinburgh to Dufftown. Omio is the only official third party seller for ScotRail tickets.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh to Dufftown.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Dufftown
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Edinburgh to Dufftown start from as low as $32 (€26) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $56 (€45) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 16 daily trains from Edinburgh to Dufftown with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 3h 22m but the average duration is 3h 59m
Train Operators
- Travel from Edinburgh to Dufftown with ScotRail
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is ScotRail.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and arrive in Elgin station (ELG)
- First train typically departs at 08:04 AM and the last at 07:39 PM
Distance 102 miles (165 km) |
Average train duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 08:04 |
Last train 19:39 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Edinburgh to Dufftown trainsScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Dufftown from $32 (€26). 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 Edinburgh to Dufftown
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Dufftown 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 Dufftown, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Dufftown
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
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