Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM) train with Scotrail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 14 Sept

Cheapest price on 14 Sept

£23

Average ticket price on 14 Sept

£51

Fastest journey on 14 Sept

2 h 51 m

Average journey duration on 14 Sept

2 h 55 m

Trains on 14 Sept

12

Distance

143 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM) will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.

Fast trains

On Mon 14 Sept, we found 12 trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM), including 6 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 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.

  • London North Eastern RailwayG80228
    16:332h53
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    19:26Aviemore station (AVM)
    £231One-way
    0 changes
  • ScotrailC14687
    19:343h03
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    22:37Aviemore station (AVM)
    £241One-way
    0 changes
  • ScotrailL87729 · L87282
    18:413h24
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    22:05Aviemore station (AVM)
    £321One-way
    1 change
  • ScotrailC14686
    17:333h00
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    20:33Aviemore station (AVM)
    £321One-way
    0 changes
  • ScotrailL87695 · C14684
    13:374h12
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    17:49Aviemore station (AVM)
    £631One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £37.

Distance: 143 km

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Driving

£37

Average Price

£10

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Cheapest

£66

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(fuel + tolls)

3h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 42m

Average total duration

3h 12m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 33m

Average total duration

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Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM) is a coach with an average price of £10.

This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM):

A coach is £26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM) costing on average £37.

The fastest way to travel from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM) is by train with an average journey time of 2h 55m.

Other travel options to Aviemore station (AVM) take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 12m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Aviemore station (AVM) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £37 compared to roughly £66 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £29. The journey takes 2h 55m versus 2h 33m 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

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM) train times

The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM) trains for today, Sunday 13 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ScotrailC14692
On time
15:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
2h43
18:35 Aviemore station (AVM)
0 changesdirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80229
On time
16:32 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
2h56
19:28 Aviemore station (AVM)
0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87579 · L87273
On time
17:50 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
2h56
20:46 Aviemore station (AVM)
1 change
Monday 14 September
ScotrailL87648 · C146746:36 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
3h16
9:52 Aviemore station (AVM)1 change
ScotrailC146788:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
2h51
11:29 Aviemore station (AVM)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87668 · C146809:39 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
3h11
12:50 Aviemore station (AVM)1 change
ScotrailL8727110:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
2h59
13:32 Aviemore station (AVM)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87682 · C1469411:35 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
3h01
14:36 Aviemore station (AVM)1 change
ScotrailL8727413:32 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
2h54
16:26 Aviemore station (AVM)0 changesdirect
ScotrailL87695 · C1468413:37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
4h12
17:49 Aviemore station (AVM)1 change

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Scotrail as well as London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail and more offer trains services from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM).

Why book with Omio vs Scotrail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Scotrail, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Scotrail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM)

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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 18:35. The fastest train covers the 143 km distance in 2h 49m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8
Distance
143 km
Average train duration
2h 55m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
2h 49m
First train
4:33
Last train
18:35
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
14 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8

Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM) trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Aviemore station (AVM) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Scotrail

About
Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Scotrail Duration
2h 54m
Cheapest Scotrail Price
£24
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions mentioned above
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free
Quiet zone

London North Eastern Railway

About
LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average London North Eastern Railway Duration
2h 49m
Cheapest London North Eastern Railway Price
£20
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are included with Advance tickets. Optional for other ticket types at £0-£2 per person depending on route
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two pets per passenger
Quiet zone

Caledonian Sleeper

About
The Caledonian Sleeper is a train service operating in the United Kingdom. It offers overnight journeys between London, Scotland, the North of England and Wales. The service is operated by Serco and consists of two types of trains: the Classic Sleeper and the Lowland Sleeper. The Classic Sleeper offers comfortable sleeping berths, while the Lowland Sleeper offers reclining seats. Both trains offer onboard facilities such as Wi-Fi, power sockets, and complimentary tea and coffee.Ticket types include Standard, First Class and Solo. Standard tickets offer access to the lounge car, while First Class tickets include access to the lounge car and complimentary breakfast. Solo tickets are available for single travellers and offer access to the lounge car and a private sleeping berth. The most popular routes for the Caledonian Sleeper are London to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. Passengers can also travel from London to Aberdeen, Fort William and Dundee.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Caledonian Sleeper Duration
3h 18m
Cheapest Caledonian Sleeper Price
£81
Caledonian Sleeper frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in each carriage and under beds in sleeping compartments
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and timing before departure
Refund
Full refund provided if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Complimentary breakfast for all guests. Club Car serves dinner and drinks. Room service available for sleeping car passengers
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for sleeping car passengers. Optional seat reservations available for seated carriages
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Accessible rooms available, wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and staff assistance
Pets
Small pets allowed in sleeping compartments for a fee. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) Duration
2h 48m
Cheapest London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) Price
£90
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) frequency
1 a day

ScotRail

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average ScotRail Duration
2h 43m
Cheapest ScotRail Price
£54
ScotRail frequency
7 a day

FAQs: Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM) 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 Aviemore station (AVM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £20, while the average price tends to be around £37.
The train journey from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM) covers a distance of 143 km and takes approximately 2h 49m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM) is 143 km.
The first train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM) leaves at 4:33.
The last train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM) departs at 18:35.
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM) run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM).
Yes, there is a direct train between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Aviemore station (AVM). The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail.
To get from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Yes, there is a night train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM).
The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM) is by coach, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Edinburgh Waverley to Aviemore is considered scenic, offering views of the Scottish Highlands, passing through picturesque landscapes including rolling hills, lochs, and charming villages.
A day trip from Edinburgh Waverley to Aviemore is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 49m. Trains run 5 times per day over a distance of 143 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM).

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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Aviemore station (AVM)

Most Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Aviemore station (AVM) trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Aviemore station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Aviemore station (AVM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Edinburgh
Arrival train stations in Aviemore
Edinburgh WaverleyPrinces St, Edinburgh EH1 1BB, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre

BusUk090 · 12m · £0.90 · every ~32 min

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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