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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Stonehaven
Showing times and prices for 03 Jun
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 29 m
Buses per day
31
Distance
128 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Stonehaven is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Stonehaven will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Fast coaches
Of the 31 buses that leave Edinburgh for Stonehaven every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 128 km distance in an average of 3 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 30 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.
FlixBus16:153h55Edinburgh, Bus Station20:10Aberdeen, Guild Street£91One-way0 changes- FlixBus10:503h35Edinburgh, Bus Station14:25Aberdeen, Guild Street£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus20:303h29Edinburgh, Bus Station23:59Aberdeen, Guild Street£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus12:453h35Edinburgh, Bus Station16:20Aberdeen, Guild Street£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus18:153h30Edinburgh, Bus Station21:45Aberdeen, Guild Street£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus7:553h25Edinburgh, Bus Station11:20Aberdeen, Guild Street£451One-way0 changes
- FlixBus20:303h29Edinburgh, Bus Station23:59Aberdeen, Guild Street£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus9:103h30Edinburgh, Bus Station12:40Aberdeen, Guild Street£141One-way1 change
- FlixBus14:153h30Edinburgh, Bus Station17:45Aberdeen, Guild Street£111One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus15:103h30Edinburgh, Bus Station18:40Aberdeen, Guild Street£141One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Edinburgh to Stonehaven
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Stonehaven 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 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 128 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price |
3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Stonehaven bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Stonehaven coaches for today, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:37 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 4h22 | 23:59 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 20:30 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h29 | 23:59 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:30 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 5h15 | 1:45 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:05 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 4h40 | 1:45 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:56 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 5h04 | 3:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 22:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h30 | 1:45 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 3 June | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:04 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 5h01 | 11:05 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 6:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h35 | 10:10 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:58 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 5h42 | 12:40 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 7:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h25 | 11:20 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 5h26 | 13:35 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h25 | 13:35 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h30 | 12:40 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 4h56 | 14:35 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 4h56 | 15:35 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 10:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h35 | 14:25 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 4h41 | 16:20 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:11 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 5h24 | 17:35 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 12:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h35 | 16:20 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 4h36 | 17:45 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:11 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 5h29 | 18:40 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 14:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h30 | 17:45 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:41 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 5h04 | 19:45 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 5h01 | 20:10 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h35 | 19:45 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h30 | 18:40 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:41 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 5h24 | 21:05 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 16:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h55 | 20:10 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:16 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 4h29 | 21:45 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 5h44 | 23:59 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 18:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h30 | 21:45 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Edinburgh to Stonehaven coaches with Omio?
FlixBus as well as Megabus or Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd offer coaches services from Edinburgh to Stonehaven.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Edinburgh to Stonehaven.
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Stonehaven.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Edinburgh to Stonehaven.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Stonehaven.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh to Stonehaven.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Stonehaven
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Edinburgh to Stonehaven run on average 34 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 128 km distance in 3h 29m.
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 128 km |
Average bus duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 34 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 3h 29m |
First bus 0:35 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 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: FlixBus, Megabus, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd from Edinburgh to StonehavenYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Stonehaven with FlixBus, Megabus, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd 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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 29m
Cheapest Price
£7
FlixBus frequency
34 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
3h 53m
Cheapest Price
£20
Megabus frequency
2 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 Coaches Ltd
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 48m
Cheapest Price
£25
Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Edinburgh to Stonehaven coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Stonehaven 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 Stonehaven, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Edinburgh to Stonehaven can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Edinburgh to Stonehaven is £11; 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 Edinburgh to Stonehaven is 3h 29m to travel the 128 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 Edinburgh to Stonehaven leaves at 0:35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Edinburgh to Stonehaven leaves at 23:30.
Yes, there are 10 direct coaches a day from Edinburgh to Stonehaven with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Edinburgh to Stonehaven, you can count on FlixBus, Megabus, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd for the best way to get you to Stonehaven. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Edinburgh and Stonehaven and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Stonehaven from Edinburgh is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 29m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Edinburgh to Stonehaven is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Edinburgh and Stonehaven including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Edinburgh to Stonehaven:
- 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 Edinburgh to Stonehaven for coach company FlixBus, Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Edinburgh to Stonehaven 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 Edinburgh to Stonehaven.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Edinburgh to Stonehaven:
- 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 Edinburgh to Stonehaven:
- 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 Edinburgh to Stonehaven. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Edinburgh to Stonehaven with the following coach company: FlixBus, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Edinburgh to Stonehaven with the following coach company: FlixBus, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Edinburgh to Stonehaven with the following coach company: FlixBus, Megabus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Stonehaven
Edinburgh
Stonehaven
Edinburgh, Bus Station
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Car connection
Elder StreetWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Edinburgh, Bus Station
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
Edinburgh, North St David Street / St Andrew Square
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