Train from Edinburgh to Aviemore: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Aviemore on 24 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Waverley
AviemoreCheapestFastest
ScotRailTrain
Waverley
AviemoreNo tags
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Waverley
AviemoreNo tags
ScotRailTrain
Waverley
AviemoreNo tags
ScotRailTrain
Waverley
AviemoreNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Aviemore

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Aviemore. The journey takes about 3 hours 38 minutes and with fares starting at just €9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

38bus per day
3h 38mAverage duration
143 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€9 - €52Average duration3h 38m
4kg CO₂e
Average price€12 - €107Average duration3h 2m
3kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price€16 - €16Average duration2h 40m
6kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Aviemore by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Edinburgh to Aviemore?

    The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Aviemore start from €12. The average price for this train route is around €72. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Aviemore?

    The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Aviemore is 3h 2m, covering a distance of 143 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 43m and is operated by ScotRail.

  3. Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Aviemore route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 17 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Aviemore?

    The earliest train from Edinburgh to Aviemore departs at 07:35. And the latest train departs at 19:35.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Aviemore?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Aviemore?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Edinburgh to Aviemore?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh to Aviemore?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
21/01
€27
22/01
€25
Today
€25
24/01
€29
25/01
€29
26/01
€20
27/01
€20
28/01
€20
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Aviemore was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of €20

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

You can expect to pay from €20 to €102 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Aviemore based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €20, which is on 2026-01-27.

Usually ScotRail 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.

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