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Distance
280 km
Total route length
⛰️
Elevation Gain
2500m
Total climbing
🛣️
Surface
mixed
Primary terrain type
About This Route
Spectacular coastal cycling from Edinburgh to Aberdeen, passing historic castles, fishing villages, and dramatic North Sea coastline.
Estimated Riding Times
Leisurely Pace
15 km/h average
4 days
(19 hours total)
Moderate Pace
20 km/h average
3 days
(14 hours total)
Fast Pace
25 km/h average
2 days
(11 hours total)
Route Highlights
- ✓Edinburgh Castle
- ✓Forth Bridge crossing
- ✓St Andrews and golf heritage
- ✓Dunnottar Castle
- ✓Coastal fishing villages
- ✓Sandy beaches
Quick Info
Countries
UK
Best Time to Ride
MayJunJulAugSep
Start Point
Edinburgh
End Point
Aberdeen