What's the distance between Edinburgh and Aviemore by coach?

The journey from Edinburgh to Aviemore by coach covers an approximate distance of 90 miles (144 km).

How can I get from Edinburgh to Aviemore without driving?

You can reach Aviemore from Edinburgh by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Edinburgh to Aviemore from £7 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Aviemore on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:40	Edinburgh Airport	2h 50m	10:30	Aviemore Rail Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:35	Bus Station	7h 30m	14:05	Aviemore Rail Station	No tags
Bus	04:45	N St David St	5h 3m	09:48	Aviemore Cairngorm Hotel	No tags
Bus	07:10	Bus Station	3h 20m	10:30	Aviemore Rail Station	No tags
Bus	07:15	Bus Station	3h 15m	10:30	Aviemore Cairngorm Hotel	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Aviemore on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:40	Edinburgh Airport	2h 50m	10:30	Aviemore Rail Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:35	Bus Station	7h 30m	14:05	Aviemore Rail Station	No tags
Bus	04:45	N St David St	5h 3m	09:48	Aviemore Cairngorm Hotel	No tags
Bus	07:10	Bus Station	3h 20m	10:30	Aviemore Rail Station	No tags
Bus	07:15	Bus Station	3h 15m	10:30	Aviemore Cairngorm Hotel	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Aviemore on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:40	Edinburgh Airport	2h 50m	10:30	Aviemore Rail Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:35	Bus Station	7h 30m	14:05	Aviemore Rail Station	No tags
Bus	04:45	N St David St	5h 3m	09:48	Aviemore Cairngorm Hotel	No tags
Bus	07:10	Bus Station	3h 20m	10:30	Aviemore Rail Station	No tags
Bus	07:15	Bus Station	3h 15m	10:30	Aviemore Cairngorm Hotel	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Aviemore on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:40	Edinburgh Airport	2h 50m	10:30	Aviemore Rail Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:35	Bus Station	7h 30m	14:05	Aviemore Rail Station	No tags
Bus	04:45	N St David St	5h 3m	09:48	Aviemore Cairngorm Hotel	No tags
Bus	07:10	Bus Station	3h 20m	10:30	Aviemore Rail Station	No tags
Bus	07:15	Bus Station	3h 15m	10:30	Aviemore Cairngorm Hotel	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Aviemore on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:40	Edinburgh Airport	2h 50m	10:30	Aviemore Rail Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:35	Bus Station	7h 30m	14:05	Aviemore Rail Station	No tags
Bus	04:45	N St David St	5h 3m	09:48	Aviemore Cairngorm Hotel	No tags
Bus	07:10	Bus Station	3h 20m	10:30	Aviemore Rail Station	No tags
Bus	07:15	Bus Station	3h 33m	10:48	Aviemore Cairngorm Hotel	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Aviemore on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:40	Edinburgh Airport	2h 50m	10:30	Aviemore Rail Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:35	Bus Station	7h 30m	14:05	Aviemore Rail Station	No tags
Bus	04:45	N St David St	5h 3m	09:48	Aviemore Cairngorm Hotel	No tags
Bus	07:10	Bus Station	3h 20m	10:30	Aviemore Rail Station	No tags
Bus	07:15	Bus Station	3h 15m	10:30	Aviemore Cairngorm Hotel	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Aviemore on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:40	Edinburgh Airport	2h 50m	10:30	Aviemore Rail Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:35	Bus Station	7h 30m	14:05	Aviemore Rail Station	No tags
Bus	04:45	N St David St	5h 3m	09:48	Aviemore Cairngorm Hotel	No tags
Bus	07:10	Bus Station	3h 20m	10:30	Aviemore Rail Station	No tags
Bus	07:15	Bus Station	3h 15m	10:30	Aviemore Cairngorm Hotel	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Aviemore

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Aviemore. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 40mAverage duration

89 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£9 - £47	Average duration3h 33m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£18 - £95	Average duration3h 2m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£15 - £15	Average duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Edinburgh and Aviemore?

Stops in Edinburgh

A
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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B
Edinburgh Airport
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C
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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D
23 The Mound
23 The Mound, Edinburgh EH2, UK
E
Princes Street
Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BB, UK
F
St. Andrew Square
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK

Stops in Aviemore

A
Aviemore Rail Station
113 Grampian Road, Aviemore PH22
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B
Aviemore Bus stop
20-21 Railway Terrace, Aviemore PH22, UK

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,439 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,276 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the cleanliness and comfort of the buses. The trips were punctual, and drivers were noted for their professionalism and helpfulness. Additionally, travelers enjoyed a beautiful journey to Aviemore.

Megabus Edinburgh Aviemore recent customer reviews

General comments, no heating in coach and no announcements when stopping, otherwise all good

Simon G.

23 September 2025

Very clean and comfortable bus with good drivers and trip on time. Beautiful trip up to Aviemore!

Betsy C.

11 June 2023

Hardly any legroom

Csilla L.

29 March 2025

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Edinburgh to Aviemore

What's the distance between Edinburgh and Aviemore by coach?
The journey from Edinburgh to Aviemore by coach covers an approximate distance of 90 miles (144 km).
How can I get from Edinburgh to Aviemore without driving?
You can reach Aviemore from Edinburgh by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

23/11

£16

24/11

£17

Today

£7

26/11

£7

27/11

£7

28/11

£9

29/11

£9

30/11

£9

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Aviemore was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of £7

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Edinburgh to Aviemore as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £7 to £30 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Aviemore based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2025-11-26.

Usually Megabus UK will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.