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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aberdeen (ABD)

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21

train journeys
per day

92

miles (148 kms)

2hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

05:30 / 00:01

first / last train

17

direct trains

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aberdeen (ABD)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Edinburgh Waverley and Aberdeen , with 17 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 4 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen is approximately 92 miles (148 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 24 mins.

ScotRail, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Aberdeen.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:30
    2 hrs 42 mins Direct
    08:12
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdeen
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:30
    2 hrs 26 mins Direct
    08:56
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdeen
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:30
    2 hrs 36 mins Direct
    10:06
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdeen
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:30
    2 hrs 35 mins Direct
    11:05
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdeen
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:30
    2 hrs 22 mins Direct
    11:52
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdeen
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:28
    2 hrs 34 mins Direct
    13:02
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdeen
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:30
    2 hrs 20 mins Direct
    13:50
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdeen
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:04
    3 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    15:23
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdeen
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:30
    2 hrs 27 mins Direct
    15:57
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdeen
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:30
    2 hrs 36 mins Direct
    17:06
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdeen
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:30
    2 hrs 25 mins Direct
    17:55
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdeen
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:30
    2 hrs 34 mins Direct
    19:04
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdeen
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:30
    2 hrs 39 mins Direct
    20:09
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdeen
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:13
    2 hrs 31 mins Direct
    20:44
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdeen
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:35
    2 hrs 38 mins Direct
    21:13
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdeen
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:31
    2 hrs 24 mins Direct
    21:55
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdeen
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:34
    2 hrs 37 mins Direct
    23:11
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdeen
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:31
    2 hrs 38 mins Direct
    00:09
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdeen
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:58
    8 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    07:11
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdeen
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:18
    8 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    07:50
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Aberdeen
    Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Aberdeen Station

Station name Aberdeen (ABD)
Address Aberdeen station, Guild Street, Union Square, Aberdeen, Aberdeen, AB11 6LX
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 21:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:00
Sunday 08:45 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Available
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Aberdeen

The travel time between Edinburgh Waverley and Aberdeen by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Aberdeen vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

First class tickets on trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Aberdeen typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Aberdeen can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 17 direct services per day from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen

ScotRail, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Aberdeen.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Aberdeen, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.