How to get from Edinburgh to Aberdour by bus and train?

Edinburgh to Aberdour - Train Timetable

The SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh to Aberdour runs from 05:30 to 21:29, with departures every 1 hr-2 hr. The journey takes about 40 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Edinburgh to Aberdour by bus and train

To get from Edinburgh to Aberdour in Scotland, take the SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh station to Inverkeithing station. Next, take the SCOTRAIL bus from Inverkeithing station to Aberdour station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 40 min. The bus and train schedule from Edinburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Aberdour on the Moovit app.

40min
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Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
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    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
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    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Inverkeithing
    20 min
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    Wait for bus
    SCOTRAIL
    Bus Replacement: Glenrothes With Thornton
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    Ride to bus station Aberdour
    Ride to bus station
    Aberdour
    14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Edinburgh to Aberdour

The distance between Edinburgh, Scotland and Aberdour, Scotland is approximately 28.95 km, which can typically be travelled in 40 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Edinburgh to Aberdour by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Edinburgh to Aberdour

To check the bus and train timetable from Edinburgh to Aberdour using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Edinburgh) and destination (Aberdour), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Aberdour?

    The fastest way takes 40 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line SCOTRAIL.

  • Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Aberdour?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 40 min.

  • Which train line goes from Edinburgh to Aberdour?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Inverkeithing station near Edinburgh in Edinburgh to Aberdour station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Aberdour station near Aberdour in Scotland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to Aberdour by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Edinburgh in Edinburgh and Aberdour in Scotland by train and bus is about 40 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Edinburgh to get to Aberdour?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Inverkeithing station near Edinburgh in Edinburgh.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Edinburgh and Aberdour?

    Get off the train at the Aberdour stop, which is closest to Aberdour in Scotland.

  • When is the last bus from Edinburgh to Aberdour?

    The last bus from Edinburgh in Edinburgh to Aberdour in Scotland is the Edinburgh bus station - Kirkcaldy bus station line. It leaves the Princes Street (West), Edinburgh stop at 23:48.

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