How to travel from Stonehaven to Edinburgh

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Compare train and bus for Stonehaven to Edinburgh

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 an average ticket price of €19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, while a train costs an average of €39.

Distance: 79 miles (128 km)

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€39

Average price

€19

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Cheapest

€67

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(fuel + tolls)

2h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 12m

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30m

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4h 7m

Average total duration

3h 37m

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2h 21m

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The cheapest way to travel from Stonehaven to Edinburgh is a bus with an average price of €19.

This is compared to other travel options from Stonehaven to Edinburgh:

A bus is €20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stonehaven to Edinburgh costing on average €39.

The fastest way to travel from Stonehaven to Edinburgh is by train with an average journey time of 2h 42m.

Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 7m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stonehaven and Edinburgh including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Stonehaven to Edinburgh among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 9m faster (2h 12m by train vs 2h 21m by car) and roughly €28 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€39 vs €67). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Stonehaven to Edinburgh

How to get from Stonehaven to Edinburgh by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Stonehaven to Edinburgh is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:30 PM3h25
    Aberdeen, Guild Street
    7:55 PMEdinburgh, Bus Station
    €111One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:30 PM3h25
    Aberdeen, Guild Street
    7:55 PMEdinburgh, Bus Station
    €111One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • ScotrailL87068
    9:21 AM2h04
    Stonehaven station (STN)
    11:25 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    €531One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • CrossCountryG66465
    9:52 PM2h07
    Stonehaven station (STN)
    11:59 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    €161One-way
    0 transfers
  • London North Eastern RailwayC01979
    7:35 AM2h42
    Stonehaven station (STN)
    10:17 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    €171One-way
    0 transfers
  • London North Eastern RailwayC02031
    3:11 PM2h15
    Stonehaven station (STN)
    5:26 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    €191One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:30 PM3h25
    Aberdeen, Guild Street
    12:55 AMEdinburgh, Bus Station
    €111One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:30 PM3h30
    Aberdeen, Guild Street
    9:00 PMEdinburgh, Bus Station
    €111One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:30 PM3h25
    Aberdeen, Guild Street
    6:55 PMEdinburgh, Bus Station
    €121One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Stonehaven to Edinburgh

Travel to Edinburgh easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Stonehaven to Edinburgh.

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There are 2 options to travel between Stonehaven and Edinburgh including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Stonehaven to Edinburgh is a bus with an average price of €19.

This is compared to other travel options from Stonehaven to Edinburgh:

A bus is €20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stonehaven to Edinburgh costing on average €39.

The fastest way to travel from Stonehaven to Edinburgh is by train with an average journey time of 2h 42m.

Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 7m.

The distance from Stonehaven to Edinburgh is approximately 79 miles (128 km).
The average frequency per day from Stonehaven to Edinburgh is:
  • Around 38 buses per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stonehaven and Edinburgh as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Stonehaven to Edinburgh:
  • Trains mostly depart from Stonehaven station (STN) and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
  • Buses mostly depart from Aberdeen, Guild Street and arrive in Edinburgh, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stonehaven to Edinburgh, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Scotrail to go to Edinburgh by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Edinburgh by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Stonehaven to Edinburgh with the following travel companies:
  • 6 direct trains per day with CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Scotrail.
  • 9 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Stonehaven to Edinburgh often also extend their vacation to go to London, Glasgow, Paris, Inverness, Manchester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Edinburgh and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Edinburgh to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Edinburgh, visitors can explore the vibrant atmosphere of Grassmarket, enjoy a ghost tour of the haunted streets, attend shows at the Edinburgh Festival Theatre, and visit the Royal Botanic Garden. Discover hidden gems at the Stockbridge Market. Key sights include Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat, The Royal Mile, Holyrood Palace, and The National Museum of Scotland.
For a fulfilling experience, spending 2 to 3 days in Edinburgh allows you to explore its historic sites, such as Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile, enjoy cultural attractions, and immerse yourself in the local atmosphere.
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