🚌 Bus from Edinburgh to Aberdeen
2 direct routes · about 234 min · first bus 01:01, last bus 23:44 (weekdays).
💷 Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card. Who travels free →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | Ember | ~234 min | 20 | 01:01 | 23:44 | George Street (The Dome) (Stop GL) |
| UK092 | FlixBus | ~210 min | 9 | 06:35 | 22:15 | Bus Station (Gate H-Stance 14) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Edinburgh on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?
2 routes run directly from Edinburgh to Aberdeen: the E1 (Ember), the UK092 (FlixBus).
How long does the bus take from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?
Around 234 minutes on the E1, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the E1) leaves around 01:01 and the last around 23:44. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Edinburgh to Aberdeen?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.