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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Aviemore station (AVM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£24
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£40
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
2 h 44 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
2 h 50 m
Trains on 05 Sept
12
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aviemore station (AVM) 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 Aviemore station (AVM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 12 trains from Aviemore station (AVM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 58 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.
C14816 · W8323318:083h21Aviemore station (AVM)21:29Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£241One-way1 change- C14814 · W8304016:273h28Aviemore station (AVM)19:55Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£241One-way1 change
- C14812 · C1537215:253h28Aviemore station (AVM)18:53Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£241One-way1 change
C020308:322h44Aviemore station (AVM)11:16Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£261One-way0 changes- C14814 · L8770516:273h17Aviemore station (AVM)19:44Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£321One-way1 change
- C020308:322h44Aviemore station (AVM)11:16Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£261One-way0 changes
- C1465210:322h46Aviemore station (AVM)13:18Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£631One-way0 changes
- L8705419:332h47Aviemore station (AVM)22:20Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£321One-way0 changes
- C146507:222h53Aviemore station (AVM)10:15Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£321One-way0 changes
- L8705111:302h58Aviemore station (AVM)14:28Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£631One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Aviemore station (AVM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aviemore station (AVM) 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 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 143 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £66 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Aviemore station (AVM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB):
A coach is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aviemore station (AVM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average £31.
Other travel options to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 14m.
Tickets start at around £31 compared to roughly £66 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £35. The journey takes 2h 51m versus 2h 37m 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.
Direct services run with Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Aviemore station (AVM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Aviemore station (AVM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C14810 · W83091 | 6:17 Aviemore station (AVM) | 3h03 | 9:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| C14650 | 7:22 Aviemore station (AVM) | 2h53 | 10:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02030 | 8:32 Aviemore station (AVM) | 2h44 | 11:16 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L88095 · L87661 | 9:28 Aviemore station (AVM) | 3h19 | 12:47 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| C14652 | 10:32 Aviemore station (AVM) | 2h46 | 13:18 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87051 | 11:30 Aviemore station (AVM) | 2h58 | 14:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C14654 | 13:34 Aviemore station (AVM) | 2h59 | 16:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C14812 · C15372 | 15:25 Aviemore station (AVM) | 3h28 | 18:53 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| C14814 · W83040 | 16:27 Aviemore station (AVM) | 3h28 | 19:55 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| C14814 · L87705 | 16:27 Aviemore station (AVM) | 3h17 | 19:44 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| C14816 · W83233 | 18:08 Aviemore station (AVM) | 3h21 | 21:29 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| L87054 | 19:33 Aviemore station (AVM) | 2h47 | 22:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aviemore station (AVM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
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Trains from Aviemore station (AVM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 14:25. The fastest train covers the 143 km distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 143 km |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 5:12 |
Last train 14:25 |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail from Aviemore station (AVM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail trains will get you between Aviemore station (AVM) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aviemore station (AVM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aviemore station (AVM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Waverley (EDB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Aviemore station (AVM) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Most Aviemore station (AVM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains use the Aviemore to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Aviemore station (AVM) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Aviemore from Aviemore city centre
Aviemore train station facilities and services
Aviemore has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Aviemore.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Aviemore.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aviemore. 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: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aviemore: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aviemore: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aviemore: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1 - connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 2 or step-free route via level crossing using the Strathspey Railway entrance at south end of platform Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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