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

The cheapest way to get from Alness to Elgin is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alness to Elgin is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Alness and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Alness to Elgin. However, there are services departing from County Carpets and arriving at Braelossie Place via Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Alness and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Alness to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Alness and arriving at Elgin via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Alness to Elgin?

The distance between Alness and Elgin is 58 miles. The road distance is 57.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alness to Elgin without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 4m and costs £22 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Alness to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alness to Elgin bus from?

Alness to Elgin bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from County Carpets station.

Where do I catch the Alness to Elgin train from?

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

Train or bus from Alness to Elgin?

The best way to get from Alness to Elgin is to bus via Union Street which takes 2h 8m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £29 - £31 and takes 2h 16m.

Where does the Alness to Elgin bus arrive?

Alness to Elgin bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 2.

Where does the Alness to Elgin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alness to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Alness to Elgin is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Alness to Elgin.

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

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Alness to Elgin - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Alness to Elgin by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from County Carpets to Bus Station Stance 2X25 / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to ElginInverness - Aberdeen / ...
2h 4m
£23–26
Drive 56.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alness to Elgin56.8 mi
1h 11m
£15–21
Bus via Union Street
1. Take the bus from County Carpets to Bus Station Stance 2X25 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Braelossie PlaceE7
2h 8m
Train
1. Take the train from Alness to InvernessTain - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to ElginInverness - Aberdeen / ...
2h 16m
£30–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from County Carpets to Bus Station Stance 2X25 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Braelossie PlaceM96
2h 22m
£15–21

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 57.7 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

You can take a bus from County Carpets to Braelossie Place via Bus Station Stance 2 and Union Street in around 2h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Alness to Elgin via Inverness in around 2h 16m.

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