Edinburgh Airport to Aberdeen bus with Megabus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh Airport to Aberdeen

Showing times and prices for 21 Nov

Cheapest price

£7

Average price

£10

Fastest journey

3 h

Average duration

3 h 32 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

154 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Aberdeen will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Edinburgh Airport for Aberdeen every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 154 km distance in an average of 3 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 35 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.

FlixBus
06:054h05
Edinburgh Airport
10:10Aberdeen
£71One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
14:403h00
Edinburgh Airport
17:40Aberdeen
£111One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
14:053h00
Edinburgh Airport
17:05Aberdeen
£111One-way
0 changes
Megabus
21:054h35
Edinburgh Airport
01:40Aberdeen
£111One-way
0 changes
Megabus
20:505h20
Edinburgh Airport
02:10Aberdeen
£111One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Edinburgh Airport to Aberdeen

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Airport to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £13.

Distance: 154 km

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Train

£11

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Cheapest

£25

Average Price

3h 37m

Average total duration

3h 7m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 43m

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Live departures

Edinburgh Airport to Aberdeen bus times

The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Airport to Aberdeen coaches for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 06:06
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus07:05 Ingliston, Park & Ride
4h05
11:10 Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus07:05 Ingliston, Park & Ride
3h05
10:10 Aberdeen, Guild Street0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus07:40 Ingliston, Park & Ride
3h55
11:35 Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus07:40 Ingliston, Park & Ride
5h00
12:40 Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus07:40 Ingliston, Park & Ride
3h00
10:40 Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus09:40 Ingliston, Park & Ride
3h55
13:35 Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus09:40 Ingliston, Park & Ride
3h00
12:40 Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:05 Ingliston, Park & Ride
3h05
14:10 Aberdeen, Guild Street0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus11:05 Ingliston, Park & Ride
4h00
15:05 Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:05 Ingliston, Park & Ride
3h00
15:05 Aberdeen, Guild Street0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus12:05 Ingliston, Park & Ride
4h05
16:10 Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus13:05 Ingliston, Park & Ride
3h05
16:10 Aberdeen, Guild Street0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus15:05 Ingliston, Park & Ride
5h05
20:10 Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus15:05 Ingliston, Park & Ride
3h00
18:05 Aberdeen, Guild Street0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus15:40 Ingliston, Park & Ride
4h55
20:35 Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus15:40 Ingliston, Park & Ride
3h00
18:40 Aberdeen, Guild Street1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus17:05 Ingliston, Park & Ride
3h05
20:10 Aberdeen, Guild Street0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus19:05 Ingliston, Park & Ride
3h00
22:05 Aberdeen, Guild Street0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus21:05 Ingliston, Park & Ride
3h00
00:05 Aberdeen, Guild Street0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus23:05 Ingliston, Park & Ride
3h00
02:05 Aberdeen, Guild Street0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Edinburgh Airport to Aberdeen

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Buses from Edinburgh Airport to Aberdeen run on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.

There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:05, the last at 22:05. The fastest coach covers the 154 km distance in 3h 0m.

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
154 km
Average bus duration
3h 7m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Buses per day
25
Direct buses
6
Fastest bus
3h 0m
First bus
06:05
Last bus
22:05
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, Scottish Citylink, Lothian Buses, Ember, Bright Bus from Edinburgh Airport to AberdeenYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh Airport to Aberdeen with Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink, Lothian Buses, Ember, Bright Bus for as low as £7. 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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 0m
Cheapest Price
£7
FlixBus frequency
24 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.

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 Duration
2h 51m
Cheapest Price
£10
Megabus frequency
17 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.

Scottish Citylink

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 56m
Cheapest Price
£30
Scottish Citylink frequency
1 a day

Lothian Buses

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 13m
Cheapest Price
£21
Lothian Buses frequency
3 a day

Ember

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 10m
Ember frequency
1 a day

Bright Bus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 20m
Bright Bus frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Edinburgh Airport to Aberdeen coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Airport to Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Aberdeen can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Aberdeen is £17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Aberdeen coach time is 2 h 56 min   covering the 95 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Aberdeen leaves at 02: 10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Aberdeen leaves at 23: 05.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Aberdeen without having to change trains with Megabus or Scottish Citylink. There are 3 direct coaches from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Aberdeen each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Aberdeen coach with Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink, Ember, Bright Bus or Lothian Buses. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route to Aberdeen from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Aberdeen from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 56 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Aberdeen is October.
You have options as you can travel from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Aberdeen 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Aberdeen has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Aberdeen.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Aberdeen.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Aberdeen, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
  • Look for special deals or discounts: Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Aberdeen.
    No, luggage for the coach from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Aberdeen needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Aberdeen.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Aberdeen.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Aberdeen.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Aberdeen.

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