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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Elgin is to train which costs £100 - £160 and takes 13h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Elgin is to train and fly which takes 5h 11m and costs £65 - £240.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Elgin station. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Railway Station via London Victoria and Adelphi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Elgin via Waterloo station, King's Cross, Edinburgh Waverley and Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 54m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Elgin?

The distance between Basingstoke and Elgin is 508 miles. The road distance is 557.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 10h 54m and costs £120 - £310.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Basingstoke to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Elgin bus from?

Basingstoke to Elgin bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Elgin train from?

Basingstoke to Elgin train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Elgin?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Elgin is to train which takes 10h 54m and costs £120 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 17h 57m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Elgin bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Elgin bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Basingstoke to Elgin train arrive?

Basingstoke to Elgin train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Elgin is 557 miles. It takes approximately 9h 55m to drive from Basingstoke to Elgin.

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

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Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 388+ hotels available in Elgin.

Basingstoke to Elgin - 12 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 12 ways to get from Basingstoke to Elgin by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly London Heathrow Airport to Aberdeen Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LHR - ABZ
2. Take the bus from Airport Terminal to Railway Station
6h 5m
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junction
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LGW - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
5h 11m
£69–237
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterloo
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
4. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
10h 54m
£128–304
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Station590 / ...
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Elgin
15h 42m
£88–359
Drive 553.8 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Elgin553.8 mi
9h 55m
£139–200
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LHR - INV
2. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
5h 32m
£74–370
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junction
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LGW - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal to Railway Station
5h 49m
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterloo
2. Take the train from West Hampstead Thameslink to Luton
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LTN - INV
4. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
6h 5m
£85–254
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)BRS - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgin
6h 12m
£91–418
Train via Stafford
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Stafford
2. Take the train from Stafford to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeen
4. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgin
12h 8m
£191–618
Train #2
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Euston to Huntly
3. Take the train from Huntly to Elgin
13h 47m
£108–151
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Union Square Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Adelphi to Railway StationE7
17h 57m

Basingstoke to Elgin by train, foot, and bus

8Weekly Services

15h 42mAverage Duration

£88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 504.9 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Elgin, Scotland?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Elgin via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, Edinburgh Waverley, and Aberdeen in around 10h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Railway Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Union Square Bus Station, and Adelphi in around 17h 57m.

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