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National Museum of Scotland
Scotland’s flagship museum covering science, design, world cultures, and Scottish history in one major city-centre complex.
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$120
Fastest journey
2 h 54 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
156 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverurie to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverurie to Edinburgh will cost around $120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
Of the 16 trains that leave Inverurie for Edinburgh on Mon, May 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct trains cover the 156 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest trains will take 3 h 5 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 Inverurie to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $352.
Distance: 96 miles (156 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$52 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $552 Average price | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 33m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Inverurie to Edinburgh:
A bus is $38 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Inverurie to Edinburgh costing on average $52 (€42).
A bus is $537 (€434) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Inverurie to Edinburgh costing on average $552 (€445).
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 22m.
Flight takes on average 6h 33m.
Tickets start at around $52 (€42) compared to roughly $49 (€40) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-3.05 (€-2.46). The journey takes 2h 52m versus 2h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Inverurie to Edinburgh trains for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:55 PM Inverurie | 3h27 | 4:22 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Inverurie to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 20:48. The fastest train covers the 96 miles (156 km) distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 96 miles (156 km) |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 5:30 AM |
Last train 8:48 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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