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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£37
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 31 m
Trains on 18 Sept
21
Distance
153 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) 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 Gateway (EGY) will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
To travel from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) you need to make at least one change.
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C1499518:182h41Aberdeen station (ABD)20:59Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£131One-way1 change- C01960+C1499318:182h36Aberdeen station (ABD)20:54Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£241One-way1 change
- L88040 · L875869:443h12Aberdeen station (ABD)12:56Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£341One-way1 change
- C14791 · L8767211:373h04Aberdeen station (ABD)14:41Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£341One-way1 change
- L88032 · L876447:243h07Aberdeen station (ABD)10:31Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£341One-way1 change
- L87072 · W6881011:012h28Aberdeen station (ABD)13:29Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£531One-way1 change
- C02007+W687059:522h30Aberdeen station (ABD)12:22Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£531One-way1 change
- C01942+W686967:522h31Aberdeen station (ABD)10:23Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£531One-way1 change
G01153+W686558:202h32Aberdeen station (ABD)10:52Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£531One-way1 change- C01960+C1499318:182h36Aberdeen station (ABD)20:54Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)£241One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a flight costs an average of £471.
Distance: 153 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£46 Average Price | £471 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY):
A coach is £29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) costing on average £46.
A coach is £454 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) costing on average £471.
Other travel options to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 1m.
Coach takes on average 3h 21m.
Tickets start at around £46 compared to roughly £32 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-13.73. The journey takes 2h 32m versus 2h 26m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C02007+W68705 | On time 9:52 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h30 | 12:22 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 change | |
| L87072 · W68810 | On time 11:01 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h28 | 13:29 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 change | |
| C14791 · L87672 | On time 11:37 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 3h04 | 14:41 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| L88024 · L87637 | 5:30 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 3h10 | 8:40 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 change | |
| L87062 · L87664 | 5:57 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h52 | 8:49 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 change | |
| C14660 · L87668 | 7:10 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h40 | 9:50 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 change | |
| L88032 · L87644 | 7:24 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 3h07 | 10:31 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 change | |
| C01942+W68696 | 7:52 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h31 | 10:23 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 change | |
| G01153+W68655 | 8:20 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h32 | 10:52 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 change | |
| L87069 · L87682 | 9:05 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h41 | 11:46 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 change | |
| L87069 · L87575 | 9:05 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h54 | 11:59 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 change | |
| L88040 · L87586 | 9:44 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 3h12 | 12:56 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)
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Trains from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 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 153 km distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 153 km |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 8:05 |
Last train 12:47 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Scotrail from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Scotrail trains will get you between Aberdeen station (ABD) and Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) 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 Gateway (EGY) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) 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 Gateway (EGY), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Aberdeen station (ABD) and Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)
Most Aberdeen station (ABD) to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) trains use the Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Aberdeen station (ABD) and Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Aberdeen from Aberdeen city centre
Aberdeen train station facilities and services
Aberdeen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Silver Darling, Moonfish Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aberdeen. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Aberdeen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aberdeen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aberdeen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aberdeen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Residence Inn Aberdeen, Hilton Aberdeen TECA, Jurys Inn Aberdeen.
Getting to Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Most popular train connections from Aberdeen station (ABD)
Most popular trains to and from Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) and Aberdeen station (ABD)
Most popular train connections to Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)
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