Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) bus with Megabus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£11

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£17

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

3 h 10 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

3 h 22 m

Buses on 18 Sept

27

Distance

148 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.

Fast coaches

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 27 buses from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), including 10 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 148 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .

The slowest buses will take 3 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    13:303h30
    Aberdeen, Guild Street
    17:00Edinburgh, Bus Station
    £111One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    17:303h30
    Aberdeen, Guild Street
    21:00Edinburgh, Bus Station
    £111One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    21:303h25
    Aberdeen, Guild Street
    0:55Edinburgh, Bus Station
    £111One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    16:303h25
    Aberdeen, Guild Street
    19:55Edinburgh, Bus Station
    £111One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:003h25
    Aberdeen, Guild Street
    9:25Edinburgh, Bus Station
    £111One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £28.

Distance: 148 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train
Driving

£12

Average Price

Cheapest

£28

Average Price

£95

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 51m

Average total duration

3h 21m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 33m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 41m

Average total duration

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Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is a coach with an average price of £12.

This is compared to other travel options from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB):

A coach is £17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average £28.

The fastest way to travel from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is by train with an average journey time of 2h 33m.

Other travel options to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 21m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Aberdeen station (ABD) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £12 compared to roughly £95 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £83. The journey takes 3h 21m versus 2h 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Direct services are operated by Megabus, FlixBus.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Live departures

Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) bus times

The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus8:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
4h25
12:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus8:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h30
11:30 Edinburgh, Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus8:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
4h50
13:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus9:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h25
12:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus9:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
6h00
15:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus9:55 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h25
13:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus11:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
5h30
17:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus11:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h30
15:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus12:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
4h55
17:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus13:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h30
17:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus13:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
5h25
18:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus14:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h25
17:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus15:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
4h25
19:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus15:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
4h25
19:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus15:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h25
18:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus16:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h25
19:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus16:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
4h30
21:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus16:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h25
19:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus17:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h30
21:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus17:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
5h50
23:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus20:10 Aberdeen, Guild Street
4h45
0:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus20:10 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h10
23:20 Edinburgh, Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus21:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h25
0:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus22:35 Aberdeen, Guild Street
7h05
5:40 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House1 change
Friday 18 September
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus4:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
5h34
10:04 Edinburgh, St Andrew's House1 change
FlixBusFlixBus6:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
3h25
9:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus6:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
5h30
11:30 Edinburgh, Bus Station1 change

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Why should you book Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) coaches with Omio?

Megabus as well as FlixBus offer coaches services from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).

Why book with Omio vs Megabus?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Megabus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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Buses from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 28 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:00, the last at 20:30. The fastest coach covers the 148 km distance in 3h 2m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
148 km
Average bus duration
3h 21m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Buses per day
28
Direct buses
10
Fastest bus
3h 2m
First bus
5:00
Last bus
20:30
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
70 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)You can travel by bus between Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) with Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
3h 5m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£6
FlixBus frequency
27 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Learn more about FlixBus

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Megabus Duration
3h 2m
Cheapest Megabus Price
£9
Megabus frequency
31 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

FAQs: Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) can start from as little as £6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is £12; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is 3h 2m to travel the 148 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) leaves at 5:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) leaves at 20:30.
Yes, there are 10 direct coaches a day from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) with Megabus, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), you can count on Megabus, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Aberdeen station (ABD) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from Aberdeen station (ABD) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 2m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Aberdeen station (ABD) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB):
  • Megabus
    • Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) for coach company Megabus, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) depends on the coach companies:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB):
  • Megabus
    • One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB):
  • Megabus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB). The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) with the following coach company: Megabus, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) with the following coach company: Megabus, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) with the following coach company: Megabus, FlixBus.

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