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How to get from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh by bus and train?

From Aberdeen City to Edinburgh by bus and train

To get from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh in Scotland, take the 11 bus from Howes Road, Northfield station to St Nicholas Kirk, Aberdeen station. Next, take the LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY train from Aberdeen station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 11 min.

191min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1111
Train - LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY
Leaves from Howes Road, Northfield

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Howes Road, Northfield
    ID 639001311
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1111
    Wait for bus
    11
    Woodend
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St Nicholas Kirk, Aberdeen
    ID 639006437
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Aberdeen
    340 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAYLONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY
    London Kings Cross
  • 6
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    157 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh by bus and train via 12 and LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY

To get from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh in Scotland, take the 12 bus from Bonnyview Road, Heathryfold station to Guild Street, Aberdeen station. Next, take the LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY train from Aberdeen station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 16 min.

196min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1212
Train - LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY
Leaves from Bonnyview Road, Heathryfold

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bonnyview Road, Heathryfold
    ID 639001442
    510 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Torry
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Guild Street, Aberdeen
    ID 639006461
    24 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Aberdeen
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAYLONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY
    London Kings Cross
  • 6
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    157 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh

The distance between Aberdeen City, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland is approximately 135.83 mi, which can typically be travelled in 191 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Aberdeen City

Aberdeen City is located at Aberdeen City, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Howes Road, Northfield.

Bus stations close to Aberdeen City:

  • Howes Road, Northfield
  • Davidson Drive, Northfield
  • Springhill Road, Northfield

Public transport stations close to Edinburgh, Scotland

Edinburgh is located at Edinburgh, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is North Bridge, Old Town.

Train stations close to Edinburgh:

  • Edinburgh

Bus stations close to Edinburgh:

  • North Bridge, Old Town
  • Princes Street (Waverley Steps), Edinburgh
  • Waterloo Place, Edinburgh

Alternative route from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh by bus and train via 12 and LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY

To get from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh in Scotland, take the 12 bus from Bonnyview Road, Heathryfold station to Guild Street, Aberdeen station. Next, take the LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY train from Aberdeen station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 16 min.

196min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1212
Train - LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY
Leaves from Bonnyview Road, Heathryfold

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bonnyview Road, Heathryfold
    ID 639001442
    510 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Torry
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Guild Street, Aberdeen
    ID 639006461
    24 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Aberdeen
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAYLONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY
    London Kings Cross
  • 6
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    157 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh?

    The fastest way takes 191 minutes, using Bus line 11, Bus line LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh?

    The alternative route takes 196 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY.

  • Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen City and Edinburgh in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 11 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh in Scotland?

    The 11 bus line goes from Howes Road, Northfield station near Aberdeen City to Woodend station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Woodend station near Edinburgh in Scotland

  • How long does it take to travel from Aberdeen City to Edinburgh in Scotland by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Aberdeen City and Edinburgh in Scotland by bus and train is about 3 hr 11 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Aberdeen City to get to Edinburgh in Scotland?

    Get on the 11 bus from the Howes Road, Northfield stop near Aberdeen City in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Aberdeen City and Edinburgh in Scotland?

    Get off the bus at the Woodend station, which is closest to Edinburgh in Scotland.

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