The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Airport
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
154 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Airport 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 Airport will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 1 trains that leave Aberdeen station (ABD) for Edinburgh Airport every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 154 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 154 km
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£26 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Airport trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:52 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h30 | 11:22 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Airport
Trains from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Airport run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:05, the last at 12:47. The fastest train covers the 154 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 154 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 08:05 |
Last train 12:47 |
Train companies: ScotRail, LNER, CrossCountry from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Airport trainsScotRail, LNER, CrossCountry trains will get you between Aberdeen station (ABD) and Edinburgh Airport from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Airport by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aberdeen station (ABD) and Edinburgh Airport
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
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