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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Elgin is to bus which costs £65 - £140 and takes 20h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Elgin is to fly and train which takes 5h 1m and costs £45 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Elgin station. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Elgin station via London Victoria and Aberdeen Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Elgin via King's Cross, Edinburgh Waverley and Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 2m.

How far is it from Brighton to Elgin?

The distance between Brighton and Elgin is 525 miles. The road distance is 589 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Elgin without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 11h 2m and costs £190 - £380.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Brighton to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Elgin bus from?

Brighton to Elgin bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Elgin train from?

Brighton to Elgin train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Elgin?

The best way to get from Brighton to Elgin is to train via Edinburgh which takes 11h 2m and costs £190 - £380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £140 and takes 20h 24m.

Where does the Brighton to Elgin bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brighton to Elgin train arrive?

Brighton to Elgin train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Elgin is 589 miles. It takes approximately 11h 22m to drive from Brighton to Elgin.

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

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Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 420+ hotels available in Elgin.

Brighton to Elgin - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Brighton to Elgin by plane, 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.

Fly London Gatwick Airport to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
best
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LGW - INV
2. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgintrain
5h 1m
£49–148
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain
4. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain
11h 2m
£193–377
Bus
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 025
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Union Square Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Elgin stationbus
20h 24m
£69–136
Drive 585.6 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Elgincar 585.6 mi
11h 22m
£145–209
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LGW - ABZ
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Airport to Elgin stationbus
5h 39m
£51–160
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LHR - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Aberdeen Airport to Elgin stationbus
6h 57m
£113–340
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LHR - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgintrain
6h 24m
£97–353
Train to Luton Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LTN - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Elgintrain
6h 14m
£86–206
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LGW - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain
8h 36m
£112–287
Train
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Aberdeentrain
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain
11h 25m
£198–337
Train #2
1. Take the train from Brighton to Finsbury Parktrain
2. Take the train from Finsbury Park to Invernesstrain
3. Take the train from Inverness to Elgintrain
14h 25m
£155–263

Brighton to Elgin by bus

18Weekly Buses

20h 24mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 522 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Elgin via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, Edinburgh Waverley, and Aberdeen in around 11h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Elgin station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Union Square Bus Station, and Aberdeen Union Street in around 20h 24m.

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