What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Elgin?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Elgin is to bus which costs £16 - £21 and takes 2h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Elgin?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Elgin is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Elgin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Union Square Bus Station station and arriving at Braelossie Place. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Elgin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Elgin. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Elgin?

The distance between Aberdeen and Elgin is 71 miles. The road distance is 65.6 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Elgin without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £14 - £27.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Elgin?

The train from Aberdeen to Elgin takes 1h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Elgin bus from?

Aberdeen to Elgin bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Elgin train from?

Aberdeen to Elgin train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Elgin?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Elgin is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £14 - £27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £21 and takes 2h 11m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Elgin bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Elgin bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Braelossie Place station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Elgin train arrive?

Aberdeen to Elgin train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Elgin station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Elgin is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Aberdeen to Elgin.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdeen to Elgin?

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Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 400+ hotels available in Elgin.

Aberdeen to Elgin - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Aberdeen to Elgin by train, bus, or car

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Aberdeen to Elgin by bus

282Weekly Buses

2h 11mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Aberdeen to Elgin.

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Distance: 70.1 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Elgin, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Aberdeen to Elgin hourly. Tickets cost £14–27 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Alternatively, Stagecoach North Scotland operates a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Braelossie Place hourly. Tickets cost £16–21 and the journey takes 2h 11m. Ember also services this route hourly.

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