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Edinburgh to Aviemore trains
Ride the train across Scotland in style
Soak up the stunning landscapes of the Scottish countryside as you speed smoothly between Edinburgh and Aviemore.
Enjoy our excellent range of refreshments, or catch forty winks in our comfy seats. With LNER, you'll arrive in style - and with a little extra spending money in your pocket!
Average travel time
2h 54m
Distance
89 miles
Cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Aviemore
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Upcoming direct journeys for Edinburgh to Aviemore trains
Get a little extra with your journey
Not only will you never pay a booking fee when you book your ticket with LNER, you can also sign up for LNER Perks.
When you sign up for Perks, you'll get:
Get £5 free to spend on your next journey
2% back on all LNER journeys
Download the LNER app or find out more about LNER Perks and sign up today.
How to book cheap tickets for an Edinburgh to Aviemore train
Book your Edinburgh to Aviemore train in advance
Book in advanceBuying your Edinburgh to Aviemore train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Save 1/3 on your train from Edinburgh to Aviemore with a Railcard
RailcardsA Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
Use our Deal Finder for the cheapest Edinburgh to Aviemore trains
Get the LNER AppAccess the best train fares between Edinburgh and Aviemore easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
Book your Edinburgh to Aviemore train in advance
Book in advanceBuying your Edinburgh to Aviemore train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Save 1/3 on your train from Edinburgh to Aviemore with a Railcard
RailcardsA Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
Use our Deal Finder for the cheapest Edinburgh to Aviemore trains
Get the LNER AppAccess the best train fares between Edinburgh and Aviemore easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
* Saving average based on all Standard Advance tickets bought on the LNER website and App at least four weeks before you travel vs buying any Standard ticket on the day you travel.
Take the train from Edinburgh to Aviemore with LNER
Taking the train from Edinburgh to Aviemore is quick and easy with LNER.
Covering a distance of 89 miles, our trains to Aviemore from Edinburgh take just 2h 54m.
Once on-board, you'll be able to order food directly to your seat, browse the internet with free Wi-Fi, and charge your phone with a plug at every table.
And for a more luxurious Edinburgh to Aviemore train journey, travel First Class - with wider seats, complimentary food and drinks, and use of our First Class lounge at Edinburgh.
Related FAQs
Are there direct trains between Edinburgh and Aviemore?
Are there direct trains between Edinburgh and Aviemore?
Yes, direct LNER trains run from Edinburgh Waverley to Aviemore, a journey that normally takes just over 2h 54m.
During the week, there is approximately 1 direct LNER train per day at 16:34.
Which rail lines go through Aviemore?
Which rail lines go through Aviemore?
The main trains via Aviemore station are LNER, ScotRail, and Caledonian Sleeper.
Can you buy a Season Ticket between Edinburgh and Aviemore?
Can you buy a Season Ticket between Edinburgh and Aviemore?
Unfortunately, Season Tickets are unavailable for this particular journey.
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
We don't offer a student discount however, you can purchase a 16-25 Railcard and save 1/3 on train tickets.
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
Cancelled train
In the rare event that your train is cancelled, we offer full refunds (assuming you don't take an alternative train). Be sure to apply for the refund within 28 days of the cancelled journey date.
If you meet these conditions, follow these steps for your refund:
- Swipe down the page and click on ‘Amend journey’ or ‘Request a refund’
- Notify us of the reason for the refund request by pressing 'My train was cancelled' and then ‘Continue’
- Enter your details and submit your request
Already collected your tickets or had them posted to you?
If you’ve already received your printed tickets, you'll need to fill in our Change of Plans form and follow the instructions included.
Was your train delayed by at least 30 minutes?
On our Delay Repay page, you can learn about compensation if your train is delayed. For future LNER journeys, book through our website or app, then choose One-Click Delay Repay to ensure claiming for a delayed journey is as easy as possible.
