Man and Van Aberdeen to Edinburgh
An Edinburgh moving company that actually knows the A90. Giant Van covers the 130-mile route from Edinburgh to Aberdeen, running through Dundee and Stonehaven on Scotland's east coast. Most removal vans complete this run in 2.5 to 3 hours. House removals from £149. Call for exact Aberdeen pricing.
Edinburgh to Aberdeen is 130 miles via the A90, around 2.5 to 3 hours in a removal van. Giant Van covers the full Scottish east coast route.
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Edinburgh to Aberdeen Route Overview
Edinburgh
Collection Point
- Full packing service available in Edinburgh
- Flexible collection time slots
- Same-day and next-day options
Aberdeen
Delivery Point
- Insured delivery to Aberdeen
- Furniture reassembly on arrival
- Unpacking assistance available
- £500Transit Insurance
- Same DayAvailability
Giant Van Services Across Edinburgh to Aberdeen
A significant proportion of people moving to Edinburgh from London eventually relocate further north to Aberdeen, following oil and gas sector opportunities or NHS Scotland posts.
The Edinburgh to Aberdeen corridor sees regular professional relocation traffic.
Giant Van handles both legs: we can move you London to Edinburgh, and then Edinburgh to Aberdeen when you are ready to go further north.
Each move is quoted as a separate job with a fixed price and full insurance cover.
Edinburgh to Aberdeen Moving Costs
Moving from Edinburgh to Aberdeen starts from £199 for a one-bed flat on the 130-mile A90 route. Two-bed properties start from £269. Three-bed homes start from £349. All prices include two movers, blankets, straps, and fuel. Insurance is included. Parking suspensions at either end arranged at cost if needed. No fuel surcharges after booking.
Message us in the live chat for a fixed price based on your inventory and access at both addresses.
Prices include fuel, tolls, and motorway charges. Shared-load pricing available for part moves.
Work Out Your Moving CostOur Route Knowledge in Edinburgh to Aberdeen
Edinburgh to Aberdeen follows the A90 north through Dundee, then continues up the east coast through Arbroath, Montrose, and Stonehaven before entering Aberdeen from the south.
The route is mostly dual carriageway with some single-carriageway sections north of Dundee.
In a loaded removal van, allow 2.5 to 3 hours.
Aberdeen's west end and north end residential areas have good street access.
The city centre and Torry have some narrow streets that can challenge larger vans.
Giant Van carries van sizes up to 3.5 tonnes for larger Aberdeen loads.
How Edinburgh to Aberdeen Removals Work
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Tell us about your move
Enter your collection and delivery addresses, select your property size, and list any large items. See a fixed price in under 60 seconds.
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Choose your moving day
Pick a date and time slot that works for you. Add packing materials or extra helpers if you need them.
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Relax while we move you in
A fully insured crew arrives on time, wraps and loads your belongings, and delivers everything to your new home.

Nothing Extra to Pay in Edinburgh to Aberdeen
DIY Move vs Professional Removal
DIY Move
- Van hire: £80–200 per day plus fuel
- No transit insurance for belongings
- Physical effort and injury risk
- Friends needed — plans fall through
- Multiple trips if van too small
Professional Removal
- Fixed price — no surprise charges
- £500 goods-in-transit insurance
- Trained crew handles heavy items
- Right-sized van every time
- Furniture blankets and straps provided
Edinburgh to Aberdeen Moving: Start Here
Edinburgh to Aberdeen via the A90 passes through Dundee, Arbroath, Montrose, Stonehaven, and into Aberdeen from the south.
The total distance is around 130 miles.
The dual carriageway south of Dundee via the M90 is fast.
North of Dundee on the A90, the road becomes largely single carriageway through Angus.
The Montrose to Stonehaven section through Aberdeenshire has some of the most exposed coastal driving on the Scottish east coast — open moorland, wind, and occasional poor visibility.
Giant Van's drivers treat this section with appropriate caution when loaded.
Aberdeen itself is approached from the south via the A90 expressway.
The city's western suburbs and Deeside villages are accessed via the A93.
Our Edinburgh moving company team confirms your specific Aberdeen delivery postcode before travel.
Edinburgh to Aberdeen: Mapped, Covered, Ready
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Aberdeen's granite city character presents specific removal challenges.
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The city's west end — Cults, Bieldside, Milltimber — has wide suburban streets with easy van access and ample residential parking.
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The west end near Westhill has good new-build estate access.
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Aberdeen city centre, including the Union Street corridor and the harbour areas, has controlled parking and some restricted delivery windows.
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The Beach Esplanade and Footdee areas near the harbour have narrow access roads.
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Torry, on the south side of the River Dee, has some roads that challenge larger vans.
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Giant Van checks your Aberdeen delivery postcode during booking and plans access accordingly.
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We also confirm if your building has a lift if the property is in a flatted development — Aberdeen has many traditional tenement buildings where stair access is tight.
From Our Edinburgh Drivers
The Edinburgh to Aberdeen route is one we know inside out. We factor in traffic patterns, motorway conditions, and the best loading times so your belongings arrive safely and on schedule.
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The most reliable way to reduce costs on an Edinburgh to Aberdeen move is to reduce your inventory.
Giant Van charges based on van size and moving team requirements, not by item count.
A one-bed flat's worth of contents fits in a transit van with one driver and one loader.
A full two-bed flat needs a Luton van and the same team.
If you can leave behind bulky items that are cheap to replace in Aberdeen — IKEA-style flatpack furniture, heavy bookshelves, old mattresses — the smaller van saves you money.
Aberdeen has a strong secondhand furniture market through its Facebook groups and Gumtree listings, particularly in the student and oil-worker communities.
Selling in Edinburgh and re-buying in Aberdeen is often cheaper than moving large low-value items 130 miles.
Our Edinburgh moving company team can advise on what is worth taking versus leaving based on your specific load.
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Edinburgh to Aberdeen vs Edinburgh to Dundee and Inverness
Edinburgh to Aberdeen is a reliable route with consistent road quality on the A90.
Removal van hire in Aberdeen tends to book up during the oil sector's quieter periods when families relocate.
Giant Van operates this Scottish east coast corridor regularly, so we know the access points, parking limitations, and best loading times for both cities.
Giant Van is an Edinburgh moving company covering the full A90 corridor to Aberdeen.
Our team loads, drives, and delivers without subcontracting.
Full goods-in-transit insurance.
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Man and Van Aberdeen to Edinburgh — FAQs
Can you move items from Edinburgh to Aberdeenshire villages as well as the city?
Yes. Giant Van covers Aberdeenshire villages including Banchory, Huntly, Inverurie, Ellon, and Peterhead as part of the Aberdeen area service. Remote rural deliveries add time and may add cost depending on distance from Aberdeen. Confirm your delivery postcode at booking.
How long does the Edinburgh to Aberdeen removal take?
Edinburgh to Aberdeen takes 2.5 to 3 hours in a loaded removal van in normal conditions. The single-carriageway A90 north of Dundee through Angus is the main variable. Summer traffic adds 20 to 30 minutes through Arbroath and Montrose. We provide a realistic delivery window based on your loading start time.
Is the Edinburgh moving company service the same quality for Aberdeen as for local moves?
Yes. Every move is handled by experienced, vetted crews. We do not use subcontractors. Your Edinburgh to Aberdeen move gets the same level of service as a local Edinburgh job.
What should I do with my car on Edinburgh to Aberdeen move day?
Drive your car to Aberdeen separately or arrange for a second driver to follow the van. Giant Van does not transport cars in removal vans. If you need vehicle transport, we can recommend a specialist car transport company. Most Edinburgh to Aberdeen movers drive their own car the same day with the van following.
Sources and further reading
These are the official UK sources that set the rules for a job like this one. Each link goes straight to the source so you can check it yourself. Links open in a new tab.
- Consumer Rights Act 2015, s.49 (reasonable care and skill)
Section 49 of the Consumer Rights Act 2015: a service you pay for must be carried out with reasonable care and skill.
- CMA — what businesses need to know about unfair commercial practices
The Competition and Markets Authority's guidance on how a business has to present its prices and offers.
- HSE — Manual handling at work: a brief guide (INDG143)
The Health and Safety Executive's guide to lifting and carrying heavy loads without injuring yourself.
- GOV.UK — apply for a parking permit
Find the council that issues parking permits and bay suspensions for the street you are moving to or from.
All links checked on or after 1 August 2026.
Compiled by the Giant Van editorial team
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