What is the cheapest way to get from Aviemore to Ellon?

The cheapest way to get from Aviemore to Ellon is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aviemore to Ellon?

The fastest way to get from Aviemore to Ellon is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Aviemore and Ellon?

No, there is no direct bus from Aviemore to Ellon. However, there are services departing from Cairngorm Hotel and arriving at Market Street via Union Street, Reidhaven Square, The Square and Town Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Aviemore to Ellon?

The distance between Aviemore and Ellon is 142 miles. The road distance is 86.3 miles.

How do I travel from Aviemore to Ellon without a car?

The best way to get from Aviemore to Ellon without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £27 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Aviemore to Ellon?

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Aviemore to Ellon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aviemore to Ellon bus from?

Aviemore to Ellon bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Cairngorm Hotel station.

Train or bus from Aviemore to Ellon?

The best way to get from Aviemore to Ellon is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £27 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Aviemore to Ellon bus arrive?

Aviemore to Ellon bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Union Street station.

Can I drive from Aviemore to Ellon?

Yes, the driving distance between Aviemore to Ellon is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Aviemore to Ellon.

Where can I stay near Ellon?

There are 515+ hotels available in Ellon.

Aviemore to Ellon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Aviemore to Ellon by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Aviemore to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Inverurie
4h 25m
£27–73
Drive 85.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aviemore to Ellon85.8 mi
1h 45m
£21–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairngorm Hotel to Union StreetE9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Reidhaven SquareE7
6h 23m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cairngorm Hotel to Bus Station Stance 3M90 / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Inverurie
4h 34m
£26–67

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Aviemore to Ellon.

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Distance: 141.1 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Aviemore, Scotland and Ellon, Aberdeenshire, Scotland?

You can take a train from Aviemore to Riverside Road via Inverness, Inverurie, and Town Hall in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cairngorm Hotel to Market Street via Union Street, Reidhaven Square, The Square, and Town Hall in around 6h 23m.

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