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

By bus and train

To get from Edinburgh to Edinburgh in Scotland, take the 218 bus from Kingsford Road, Alford station to Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen station. Next, take the SCOTRAIL train from Aberdeen station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 36 min.

276min
Bus - 218218
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Kingsford Road, Alford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Bus - 218218
    Wait for bus
    218
    Aberdeen
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen
    ID 639070061
    77 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Aberdeen
    180 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 6
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    138 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via 421, X20 and SCOTRAIL

To get from Edinburgh to Edinburgh in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 421 bus from Kingsford Road, Alford station to Littlewood Court, Kemnay station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the X20 bus and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Aberdeen station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 13 min.

253min
Bus - 421421
Bus - X20X20
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Kingsford Road, Alford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Bus - 421421
    Wait for bus
    421
    Inverurie
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Littlewood Court, Kemnay
    ID 630031932
    30 min
  • 4
    Bus - X20X20
    Wait for bus
    X20
    Aberdeen
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen
    ID 639070071
    54 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Aberdeen
    190 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 8
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    138 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Edinburgh to Edinburgh

The distance between Edinburgh, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland is approximately 159.57 mi, which can typically be travelled in 276 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh

Edinburgh is located at Edinburgh, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Waterloo Place, Edinburgh.

Train stations close to Edinburgh:

  • Edinburgh

Bus stations close to Edinburgh:

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

Public transport stations close to Edinburgh, Scotland

Edinburgh is located at Edinburgh, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is South St David Street, Edinburgh.

Train stations close to Edinburgh:

  • Edinburgh

Bus stations close to Edinburgh:

  • South St David Street, Edinburgh
  • Waterloo Place, Edinburgh
  • North Bridge, Old Town

Related Routes

Alternative route by bus and train via 421, X20 and SCOTRAIL

To get from Edinburgh to Edinburgh in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 421 bus from Kingsford Road, Alford station to Littlewood Court, Kemnay station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the X20 bus and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Aberdeen station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 13 min.

253min
Bus - 421421
Bus - X20X20
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Kingsford Road, Alford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Bus - 421421
    Wait for bus
    421
    Inverurie
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Littlewood Court, Kemnay
    ID 630031932
    30 min
  • 4
    Bus - X20X20
    Wait for bus
    X20
    Aberdeen
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen
    ID 639070071
    54 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Aberdeen
    190 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 8
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    138 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 276 minutes, using Bus line 218, Bus line SCOTRAIL.

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

    The alternative route takes 253 minutes, using Bus line 421, Bus line X20, Bus line SCOTRAIL.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 36 min.

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

    The 218 bus line goes from Aberdeen station near Edinburgh to Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Edinburgh station near Edinburgh in Scotland

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

    The total travel time between Edinburgh and Edinburgh in Scotland by bus and train is about 4 hr 36 min.

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

    Get on the 218 bus from the Aberdeen stop near Edinburgh in Scotland.

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

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

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