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Compare all timetables for the bus from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Aberdeen to Edinburgh from various bus operators like FlixBus or Scottish Citylink for the next days.
today
from $15
tomorrow
from $12
Tuesday
from $12
Wednesday
from $12
Thursday
from $12
Friday
from $12
Saturday
from $12

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    3h 20m
    0
    8:10 PM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    11:30 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $15
  • FlixBus
    3h 25m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    12:55 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $18
  • FlixBus
    3h 0m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    12:30 AM
    Edinburgh
    Ingliston Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $18
  • FlixBus
    4h 25m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    5:25 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $19
  • FlixBus
    5h 25m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    6:55 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $19
  • Did you know that if you travel from Aberdeen to Edinburgh via Perth, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 20m
      0
      8:10 PM
      Aberdeen
      Bus Station
      10:10 PM
      Perth
      Broxden Park and Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 15m
      0
      10:15 PM
      Perth
      Broxden Park and Ride
      11:30 PM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    3h 30m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    5:00 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • FlixBus
    3h 30m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    9:00 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • FlixBus
    3h 20m
    0
    8:10 PM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    11:30 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • FlixBus
    3h 25m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    12:55 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • FlixBus
    3h 5m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    4:35 PM
    Edinburgh
    Ingliston Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • Did you know that if you travel from Aberdeen to Edinburgh via Perth, you can save more than $1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 20m
      0
      8:10 PM
      Aberdeen
      Bus Station
      10:10 PM
      Perth
      Broxden Park and Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 15m
      0
      10:15 PM
      Perth
      Broxden Park and Ride
      11:30 PM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 0h 15m longer, but you will save $1

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    5h 30m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    11:30 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • FlixBus
    4h 25m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    12:25 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • FlixBus
    4h 55m
    0
    8:30 AM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    1:25 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • FlixBus
    3h 25m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    12:25 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • FlixBus
    6h 0m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    3:00 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • Did you know that if you travel from Aberdeen to Edinburgh via Perth, you can save more than $1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 20m
      0
      8:10 PM
      Aberdeen
      Bus Station
      10:10 PM
      Perth
      Broxden Park and Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 15m
      0
      10:15 PM
      Perth
      Broxden Park and Ride
      11:30 PM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
    Travel Time is 0h 5m shorter, and you will save $1

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    5h 30m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    11:30 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • FlixBus
    4h 25m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    12:25 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • FlixBus
    4h 55m
    0
    8:30 AM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    1:25 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • Scottish Citylink
    2h 57m
    0
    7:50 PM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    10:47 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    Scottish Citylink
    Economy
    $16
  • Scottish Citylink
    3h 20m
    0
    5:05 AM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    8:25 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    Scottish Citylink
    Economy
    $18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Aberdeen to Edinburgh via Perth, you can save more than $1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 20m
      0
      8:10 PM
      Aberdeen
      Bus Station
      10:10 PM
      Perth
      Broxden Park and Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 15m
      0
      10:15 PM
      Perth
      Broxden Park and Ride
      11:30 PM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 0h 23m longer, but you will save $1

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    3h 30m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    5:00 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • FlixBus
    3h 25m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    6:55 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • FlixBus
    3h 20m
    0
    8:10 PM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    11:30 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • Scottish Citylink
    2h 57m
    0
    7:50 PM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    10:47 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    Scottish Citylink
    Economy
    $16
  • Scottish Citylink
    3h 20m
    0
    5:05 AM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    8:25 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    Scottish Citylink
    Economy
    $18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Aberdeen to Edinburgh via Perth, you can save more than $1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 20m
      0
      8:10 PM
      Aberdeen
      Bus Station
      10:10 PM
      Perth
      Broxden Park and Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 15m
      0
      10:15 PM
      Perth
      Broxden Park and Ride
      11:30 PM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 0h 23m longer, but you will save $1

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    3h 20m
    0
    8:10 PM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    11:30 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • FlixBus
    3h 25m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    12:55 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $14
  • FlixBus
    3h 0m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    12:30 AM
    Edinburgh
    Ingliston Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $14
  • FlixBus
    4h 25m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    12:25 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $15
  • FlixBus
    4h 55m
    0
    8:30 AM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    1:25 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $15
  • Did you know that if you travel from Aberdeen to Edinburgh via Perth, you can save more than $1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 20m
      0
      8:10 PM
      Aberdeen
      Bus Station
      10:10 PM
      Perth
      Broxden Park and Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 15m
      0
      10:15 PM
      Perth
      Broxden Park and Ride
      11:30 PM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save $1

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    3h 25m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    6:55 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • FlixBus
    3h 30m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    9:00 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • FlixBus
    3h 20m
    0
    8:10 PM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    11:30 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • FlixBus
    3h 25m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    12:55 AM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • FlixBus
    3h 0m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Aberdeen
    Bus Station
    6:30 PM
    Edinburgh
    Ingliston Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • Did you know that if you travel from Aberdeen to Edinburgh via Perth, you can save more than $1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 20m
      0
      8:10 PM
      Aberdeen
      Bus Station
      10:10 PM
      Perth
      Broxden Park and Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 15m
      0
      10:15 PM
      Perth
      Broxden Park and Ride
      11:30 PM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save $1

Frequency of bus connections between Aberdeen and Edinburgh

See here how frequent the connections between Aberdeen and Edinburgh are, during different times and days of the week.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 77 daily buses from Aberdeen to Edinburgh. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 33 daily coaches between Aberdeen and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 157 buses from Aberdeen to Edinburgh, while Night sees the fewest connections between Aberdeen and Edinburgh, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Scottish Citylink that travel 53 times every day by bus from Aberdeen to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Aberdeen to Edinburgh starting from $12!

Cheapest Bus $12
Fastest Bus 2h 57m
Earliest Bus 10:00 AM
Latest Bus 9:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes 53 Ø
Distance 92.6 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and Scottish Citylink

Cheapest bus connections from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

Every day, 53 buses from 2 bus companies leave Aberdeen for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/23/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 03/23
$15
Monday 03/24
$28
Tuesday 03/25
$12
Wednesday 03/26
$14
Thursday 03/27
$12
Friday 03/28
$12
Saturday 03/29
$14
Sunday 03/30
$14
Monday 03/31
$12
Tuesday 04/01
$21
Wednesday 04/02
$12
Thursday 04/03
$21
Friday 04/04
$21
Saturday 04/05
$12
Sunday 04/06
$21
Monday 04/07
$12
Tuesday 04/08
$12
Wednesday 04/09
$21
Thursday 04/10
$12
Friday 04/11
$12
Saturday 04/12
$21
Sunday 04/13
$21
Monday 04/14
$9
Tuesday 04/15
$10
Wednesday 04/16
$11
Thursday 04/17
$12
Friday 04/18
$22
Saturday 04/19

The cheapest time to travel from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Aberdeen to Edinburgh, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $12, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Aberdeen to Edinburgh. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $15.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Aberdeen to Edinburgh, with $12. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $18.

How to save money travelling from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Aberdeen to Edinburgh in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Aberdeen to Edinburgh, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Aberdeen to Edinburgh are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

These are the most booked bus companies between Aberdeen to Edinburgh from our users.

FlixBus from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Aberdeen to Edinburgh:

Cheapest Price $12
Fastest Bus 3h 0m
Earliest Bus 10:00 AM
Last Bus 9:30 PM
Daily Connections 46 Ø
Found on 3/23/2025

Scottish Citylink from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

Scottish Citylink

Here you will find the key facts about the Scottish Citylink bus route Aberdeen to Edinburgh:

Cheapest Price $16
Fastest Bus 2h 57m
Earliest Bus 5:05 AM
Last Bus 7:50 PM
Daily Connections 23 Ø
Found on 2/23/2025

All bus stations and stops in Aberdeen and Edinburgh

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Aberdeen and Edinburgh.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Aberdeen to Edinburgh? Compare all modes of transports from Aberdeen to Edinburgh.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Aberdeen to Edinburgh

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Aberdeen to Edinburgh? Or which bus companies serve the route Aberdeen to Edinburgh? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Aberdeen to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Aberdeen Edinburgh bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $12 and takes 5h 30m to reach Edinburgh. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $12 and $33. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Edinburgh.

On average, how many connections are available from Aberdeen to Edinburgh each day?

Every day, the Aberdeen to Edinburgh bus route is served by approximately 53 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Aberdeen to Edinburgh take?

The fastest bus from Aberdeen to Edinburgh is offered by Scottish Citylink and takes 2h 57m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $18. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus arriving in Edinburgh from Aberdeen starts at 10:00 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Aberdeen to Edinburgh?

The latest bus trip departing from Aberdeen for Edinburgh starts at 9:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Aberdeen Edinburgh route?

When traveling by bus from Aberdeen to Edinburgh, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Scottish Citylink. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between Aberdeen and Edinburgh by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Scottish Citylink.

What can I take with me on the Aberdeen to Edinburgh bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Aberdeen Edinburgh bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Aberdeen Edinburgh bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Aberdeen to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Aberdeen to Edinburgh

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Aberdeen and to Edinburgh

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